Because of the effect of cyclic ovarian changes on the breast,the best time for breast self-examination (BSE)is:
A)Five to 7 days after menses ceases
B)Day 1 of the endometrial cycle
C)Midmenstrual cycle
D)Any time during a shower or bath

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The physiologic alterations in breast size and activity reach their minimal level about 5 to 7 days after menstruation stops.Therefore,BSE is best performed during this phase of the menstrual cycle.Day 1 of the endometrial cycle is too early to perform an accurate BSE.After the midmenstrual cycle breasts are likely to become tender and increase in size.This is not the ideal time to perform BSE.Lying down after a shower or bath with a small towel under the shoulder of the side being examined is appropriate teaching for BSE.A secondary BSE may be performed while in the shower.

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