During a Routine Breast Examination of a Patient, the Nurse

question 28

Multiple Choice

During a routine breast examination of a patient, the nurse notes a small amount of nipple discharge. What nursing actions are indicated?. Select all that apply.

• A) Tell the patient she may have cancer.
• B) Send the specimen to the lab.
• C) Ask the patient if she has noticed discharge before.
• D) Collect a specimen on a slide.
• E) Document the finding.

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