Which is correct instruction hu given by nurse related to breast self examination (BSE) except
A. Perform BSE monthly 7-10 day after menses
B. after menopause of hysterectomy perform on a fixed day of every month
C. use opposite hand to examine breast
D. Not like bath and use soap before BSE
Correct Answer: D. Not like bath and use soap before BSE
Explanation
For the question:
“Which is correct instruction given by nurse related to Breast Self-Examination (BSE) EXCEPT”
Here are common correct instructions for BSE, and one that is incorrect (the EXCEPT option):
Correct instructions for BSE
✔ Perform BSE 5–7 days after the menstruation ends
(When breasts are least tender and less swollen)
✔ Use pads of fingers to palpate breast in a circular, vertical, or wedge pattern
✔ Inspect breasts in front of the mirror with arms at sides, raised overhead, and hands on hips to check for changes
✔ Perform BSE monthly on the same date (for post-menopausal women)
✔ Check nipples for discharge, retraction, or inversion
✔ Examine axilla and clavicle area for lymph nodes
Incorrect instruction (EXCEPT) Perform BSE during menstruation (or)
❌ Use the tips of fingers or squeeze the breast strongly
(or)
❌ Perform BSE weekly
(or)
❌ BSE is only for women with family history
Perform BSE during menstruation (or)
Use the tips of fingers or squeeze the breast strongly
(or)
Perform BSE weekly
(or)
BSE is only for women with family history
So the EXCEPT answer is:
“Perform BSE during menstruation”
(Or similar incorrect instruction depending on the option list.)
Other Options Details
Here is the description of all options related to Breast Self-Examination (BSE):
A. Perform BSE monthly 7–10 days after menses
- This is correct for women who menstruate.
- Breast self-examination should be done every month, preferably 7–10 days after periods begin, because during this time the breast tissue is least tender, soft, and less swollen, which makes it easier to detect abnormalities.
B. After menopause or hysterectomy perform on a fixed day of every month
- This is also a correct instruction.
- Women who no longer have periods (postmenopausal or after hysterectomy) should choose a fixed day each month (e.g., the 1st or 15th) to perform BSE regularly.
- Helps maintain consistency and early detection of changes.
C. Use opposite hand to examine breast
- This is correct practice.
- Use the left hand to examine the right breast and the right hand to examine the left breast.
- This provides better reach and control of finger movement to feel any lumps or changes.
D. Not like bath and use soap before BSE
- This statement is incorrect.
- Actually, BSE can be done while bathing because using soap helps the fingers glide smoothly over the breast tissue making it easier to feel small lumps or thickening.
Summary
Option Correct / Incorrect Explanation A Correct Best time is 7–10 days after menstruation B Correct Perform on a fixed day monthly if no periods C Correct Use opposite hand for proper examination D Incorrect BSE can be done in bath using soap