A premenopausal woman should be advised to examine her breasts:
a. Every day
b. Whenever she has nipple discharge
c. One week after each menstrual period
d. Annually on her birthday
ANS: C
For women who are still menstruating monthly, the breast self-examination should be done every month, 1 week after the menstrual period. Women who do not menstruate should designate one day each month for the examination.
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