practice quiz 10

Question 1

where in the breast do more tumors develop ?

Answer 1

upper outer quadrant

Question 2

the most common presentation of early stage breast cancer is?

Answer 2

asymptomatic, non palpable mass detected as an abnormality on screening mammogram

Question 3

the most common physical sign of early stage breast cancer is

Answer 3

a non painful mobile mass

Question 4

which of the following include signs of advanced breast cancer

Answer 4

skin discoloration, abnormal breast contour, nipple retraction, enlarged axillary or superclavicular lymph nodes, nipple discharge

Question 5

tumors to which two of the following locations on the breast is most likely to spread to the axillary nodes?

Answer 5

central portion of the breast, and upper outer quadrant

Question 6

what is the most common screening modality for breast cancer

Answer 6

mammography

Question 7

there is evidence that radiation exposure caused by routine mammograms increases the risk of getting breast cancer

Answer 7

false

Question 8

which of the following is true regarding ultrasound?

Answer 8

it can be used to distinguish between cystic and solid masses, it is used in conjunction with mammography in women with dense breast tissue