A young client has a breast lump that presents as a fluid-filled cyst and increases slightly in size premenstrually. The nurse would suspect the breast disorder of
a. a cyst.
b. a papilloma.
c. carcinoma.
d. ductal hyperplasia.
A
Fibrocystic breasts are the most frequently occurring condition of the female breast. Typical fi-brocystic lesions are fluid-filled cysts that are round, well circumscribed, and movable. Depend-ing on the amount of fluid in the cyst, it may feel soft or hard. Assessment findings may include nodularity and tenderness.
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