Chapter 54, Caring for Clients With Breast Disorders

Introductory Medical Surgical Nursing 11th Edition by Barbara K. Tim

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Chapter 54, Caring for Clients With Breast Disorders

 

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

 

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

 

1. A female client is diagnosed with breast abscess. Although she has been allowed to breast-feed her newborn, she decides to terminate breast-feeding. Which of the following nursing actions is appropriate in this situation? .
  A) Encourage the client to include protein content in the diet
  B) Instruct the client to wear a loose-fitting brassiere.
  C) Reduce the frequency of removing and reapplying the dressings.
  D) Assist the client to pump the breasts and remove breast milk.
  Ans:  D

Difficulty:  Moderate

 

2. A client complains of having tender and painful breasts. She often feels multiple lumps within her breast tissue. Which of the following information should the nurse collect when assessing the client?
  A) About alcohol consumption
  B) About the client’s workplace in relation to the surroundings
  C) About the timing of symptoms in relation to the menstrual cycle
  D) About bathing frequency and living surroundings
  Ans:  C

Difficulty:  Moderate

 

3. Which of the following conditions occur in some women after breast cancer treatment?
  A) Lymphedema C) Fibroadenoma
  B) Fibrocystic breast disease D) Breast abscess
  Ans:  A

Difficulty:  Moderate

 

4. A client underwent a total mastectomy, involving the removal of breast tissue. Which of the following advice should the nurse provide the client in the selection of a prosthesis?
  A) Purchase a prosthesis filled with sand. C) Purchase a loose-fitting prosthesis.
  B) Purchase a tight fitting prosthesis. D) Purchase a prosthesis filled with fluid.
  Ans:  D

Difficulty:  Moderate

 

5. During a follow-up visit, a female client who underwent a mastectomy asks the nurse if she can work in her backyard or at least do some household work. Which of the following advice should the nurse give the client?
  A) Avoid working altogether.
  B) Wear gloves and protective clothing to avoid any injuries.
  C) Increase the frequency of follow-up visits if she works.
  D) Avoid working in the backyard but do some household chores.
  Ans:  B

Difficulty:  Moderate

 

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