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HESI Case Study: Breast Cancer
Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the most common type of breast cancer?✔✔Invasive ductal carcinoma
Which risk factor is strongly associated with breast cancer?✔✔Family history of breast cancer
Which gene mutations increase the risk for breast cancer?✔✔BRCA1 and BRCA2
What is the most common symptom of breast cancer?✔✔A painless lump in the breast
Which diagnostic test is typically used first for breast cancer screening?✔✔Mammogram
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Which physical finding may suggest advanced breast cancer?✔✔Skin dimpling or nipple retraction
What is the nurse’s priority when a patient discovers a breast lump?✔✔Encourage prompt evaluation and diagnostic testing
Which lifestyle factor can reduce the risk of breast cancer?✔✔Regular physical activity and maintaining healthy weight
Which type of biopsy is often performed to confirm breast cancer?✔✔Core needle biopsy
What is the primary goal of breast-conserving surgery?✔✔Remove the tumor while preserving breast tissue
Which hormone receptor is commonly tested in breast cancer cells?✔✔Estrogen receptor (ER)
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Which additional receptor is important for targeted therapy in breast cancer?✔✔HER2/neu receptor
Which treatment is commonly used after surgery to reduce recurrence?✔✔Radiation therapy
Which symptom may indicate metastatic breast cancer?✔✔Bone pain or persistent cough
Which type of imaging is used to detect metastases in breast cancer?✔✔CT scan or bone scan
Which nursing intervention supports coping after breast cancer diagnosis?✔✔Provide emotional support and education about treatment options
Which medication class is commonly used for hormone receptor-positive breast cancer?✔✔Selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs)
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