The nurse who is teaching a client breast self-examination describes inspection of the breasts before a mirror. Which findings should the nurse tell the client should be evaluated by a health care provider?

Question

1. Puckering of the skin
2. Flattening of the breast from the side view
3. Free movement of the breast over the chest wall
4. Symmetry of the nipples
5. Change in shape

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 5
Rationale 1: The client should be instructed to observe for puckering of the skin.
Rationale 2: The client should be instructed to observe for changes in the size or shape of the breasts.
Rationale 3: The breasts should have free movement over the chest wall.
Rationale 4: Nipple symmetry is a normal assessment finding.
Rationale 5: The client should be instructed to observe for changes in the size or shape of the breasts.