Health Assessment Quiz#2 Breast, Heart, Neck, Peripheral Vascular, Abdomen

What are the paired mammary glands that lie over the anterior chest wall called?

Breasts

What are the two hormones that cause breast tissue enlargement in females?

Estrogen and progesterone

What are the two main functions of female breasts?

Aid in sexual stimulation and produce milk for newborns.

What quadrant of the breast is the most common site for breast tumors?

Upper outer quadrant

What is the term for the tiny opening in the nipple through which milk passes?

Lactiferous duct

What structures drain lymph from the breasts?

Lymph nodes.

What is the medical term for an abnormal enlargement of breast tissue in males?

Gynecomastia

What term is used to describe the increased pigmentation of the nipple and areola during pregnancy?

Pregnancy-related pigmentation changes.

What is the main function of lymph nodes in the breast?

To filter microorganisms and return fluid to the blood.

How does breast size affect milk production?

Breast size does not affect milk production; it depends on the amount of glandular tissue.

What type of breast tissue provides support and is connected to the chest muscles?

Fibrous tissue.

What condition is characterized by reddened, painful areas on the breast?

Mastitis.

What is the key characteristic of cancerous tumors within the breast?

Irregular, firm, hard, not well-defined masses.

What does a positive Murphy’s sign indicate during an abdominal examination?

Acute cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder).

What type of pulse is assessed in the radial artery?

Radial pulse.

What is the purpose of performing a breast self-examination (BSE)?

To detect any changes or abnormalities in the breast.

What is the layout of the quadrants of the breast?

Upper outer quadrant, upper inner quadrant, lower outer quadrant, lower inner quadrant.

What is the primary purpose of the lymphatic system?

To maintain fluid balance, defend against infections, and absorb fats.

What are the types of breast tissue found in female breasts?

Glandular, fibrous, and fatty tissue.

What does it mean if there are prominent veins on the abdominal skin?

It might indicate dilated veins due to various conditions such as cirrhosis or obstruction.

What indicates a potential abdominal aortic aneurysm during palpation?

Wide, bounding pulses in the abdomen.

What is a common sign associated with gastrointestinal disorders in older adults?

Reduced pain sensitivity.

What is one common cause of ascites identified during abdominal examination?

Liver cirrhosis.