When Should Postmenopausal Women Be Instructed to Perform Breast Self-Examination

question 38

Multiple Choice

When should postmenopausal women be instructed to perform breast self-examination (BSE) ?

• A) On the same date of their choice each month
• B) Every 3 months
• C) Every day,because they are at high risk for breast cancer
• D) Whenever they begin to take estrogen supplements

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