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Nurs251 final Exam 2026 Edition Actual Questions And Correct Detailed Answers Already Graded A+ /
Nurs251 final exam
central axillary, pectoral (anterior), subscapular (posterior), lateral-CORRECT ANSWER-What 4 groups of
axillary nodes are associated with the breast exam?
colostrum-CORRECT ANSWER--pregnant woman
6
-may be expressed after 4th month
02
-thick yellow fluid that is a precursor for milk, containing same amount of protein and lactose, but no fat
-breasts produce this for first few days after delivery
s2
-rich in antibodies that protect newborn against infection, so breastfeeding is important
menopause-CORRECT ANSWER--time that marks the end of menstrual cycles
-decrease in vaginal secretions
-atrophy of the muscles (decrease in hormones)
ct
pe
-hot flashes
-mood swings
-decreased breast size
Ex
gynecomastia-CORRECT ANSWER--during male adolescence, it is common for breast tissue to
temporarily enlarge
se
-condition is usually unilateral and temporary
-may reappear in aging male and be due to testosterone deficiency
ur
breast cancer-CORRECT ANSWER--BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutation
-survival varies by stage when diagnosed
N
breast cancer risk factors-CORRECT ANSWER--first degree relative (mom, sister, daughter) that had breast
cancer
-taking hormones longer than 5 years
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-history of early menstruation before 12
-history of late menopause after age 55
vertical strip pattern-CORRECT ANSWER--What pattern is recommended to detect breast masses?
characteristics of lump- CORRECT ANSWER--location (describe distance in cm from nipple)
6
-size (judge in cm in 3 dimensions: width, length, and thickness)
02
-shape (oval, round, lobulated, or indistinct)
-consistency (soft,firm,hard)
-movable
s2
-distinctness (solitary or multiple)
-nipple (displaced?)
-skin over lump (erythematous, dimpled, or retracted)
-tenderness
-lymphadenopathy (any lymph nodes palpable)
ct
pe
mastitis-CORRECT ANSWER--abnormal finding
-inflammatory mass before abscess formation
Ex
-usually in a single quadrant
-area is red, swollen, tender, very hot and hard
se
-may occur during first 4 months of lactation from infection or from plugged duct
-treat with rest, local heat to area, antibiotics, and frequent nursing (empty breast)
ur
breast abscess-CORRECT ANSWER--abnormal finding
-generalized infection gone untreated
N
-pocket of pus that feels hard, looks red, and is quite tender
-treat with antibiotics, surgical incision, and drainage
plugged duct - CORRECT ANSWER--when milk is not removed completely because of poor latching,ineffective
suckling,infrequent nursing, or switching to second breast too soon
-tender lump that may be red and warm to touch; no infection
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-keep breast as empty as possible
-usually resolves in less than a day
breast and pubic hair development (between ages 8 and 10) - CORRECT ANSWER-What are the first signs of
puberty?
6
testicular self examination-CORRECT ANSWER--teach every male from 13-14 years old through adulthood
-T:timing (once a month)
02
-S:shower (warm water relaxed scrotal sac)
-E: examine, check for, and report changes immediately
s2
complete (baseline) - CORRECT ANSWER--total healthhistory and full physical examination describing current
and past health state
-example: checkup or annual appointment ct
pe
focused-CORRECT ANSWER--health history that is problem-centered: limited, targeted, mainly 1problem
or body system
-example: patient presents with a rash, broken bone, etc.
Ex
episodic or emergency-CORRECT ANSWER--health history that is urgent, rapid collection of
information with lifesaving measures
se
-not much time, really just need to do quick assessment
-example:heart attack
ur
first-level priority (top priority) - CORRECT ANSWER--priority that is emergent,life threatening,and
immediate
N
second-level priority - CORRECT ANSWER--priority that is next in urgency, requiring attention so as to avoid
further deterioration
-example: infection, diabetic (check their sugar/give insulin)
Nurs251 final Exam 2026 Edition Actual Questions And Correct Detailed Answers Already Graded A+ /
Nurs251 final exam
central axillary, pectoral (anterior), subscapular (posterior), lateral-CORRECT ANSWER-What 4 groups of
axillary nodes are associated with the breast exam?
colostrum-CORRECT ANSWER--pregnant woman
6
-may be expressed after 4th month
02
-thick yellow fluid that is a precursor for milk, containing same amount of protein and lactose, but no fat
-breasts produce this for first few days after delivery
s2
-rich in antibodies that protect newborn against infection, so breastfeeding is important
menopause-CORRECT ANSWER--time that marks the end of menstrual cycles
-decrease in vaginal secretions
-atrophy of the muscles (decrease in hormones)
ct
pe
-hot flashes
-mood swings
-decreased breast size
Ex
gynecomastia-CORRECT ANSWER--during male adolescence, it is common for breast tissue to
temporarily enlarge
se
-condition is usually unilateral and temporary
-may reappear in aging male and be due to testosterone deficiency
ur
breast cancer-CORRECT ANSWER--BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutation
-survival varies by stage when diagnosed
N
breast cancer risk factors-CORRECT ANSWER--first degree relative (mom, sister, daughter) that had breast
cancer
-taking hormones longer than 5 years
,2|Page
-history of early menstruation before 12
-history of late menopause after age 55
vertical strip pattern-CORRECT ANSWER--What pattern is recommended to detect breast masses?
characteristics of lump- CORRECT ANSWER--location (describe distance in cm from nipple)
6
-size (judge in cm in 3 dimensions: width, length, and thickness)
02
-shape (oval, round, lobulated, or indistinct)
-consistency (soft,firm,hard)
-movable
s2
-distinctness (solitary or multiple)
-nipple (displaced?)
-skin over lump (erythematous, dimpled, or retracted)
-tenderness
-lymphadenopathy (any lymph nodes palpable)
ct
pe
mastitis-CORRECT ANSWER--abnormal finding
-inflammatory mass before abscess formation
Ex
-usually in a single quadrant
-area is red, swollen, tender, very hot and hard
se
-may occur during first 4 months of lactation from infection or from plugged duct
-treat with rest, local heat to area, antibiotics, and frequent nursing (empty breast)
ur
breast abscess-CORRECT ANSWER--abnormal finding
-generalized infection gone untreated
N
-pocket of pus that feels hard, looks red, and is quite tender
-treat with antibiotics, surgical incision, and drainage
plugged duct - CORRECT ANSWER--when milk is not removed completely because of poor latching,ineffective
suckling,infrequent nursing, or switching to second breast too soon
-tender lump that may be red and warm to touch; no infection
, 3|Page
-keep breast as empty as possible
-usually resolves in less than a day
breast and pubic hair development (between ages 8 and 10) - CORRECT ANSWER-What are the first signs of
puberty?
6
testicular self examination-CORRECT ANSWER--teach every male from 13-14 years old through adulthood
-T:timing (once a month)
02
-S:shower (warm water relaxed scrotal sac)
-E: examine, check for, and report changes immediately
s2
complete (baseline) - CORRECT ANSWER--total healthhistory and full physical examination describing current
and past health state
-example: checkup or annual appointment ct
pe
focused-CORRECT ANSWER--health history that is problem-centered: limited, targeted, mainly 1problem
or body system
-example: patient presents with a rash, broken bone, etc.
Ex
episodic or emergency-CORRECT ANSWER--health history that is urgent, rapid collection of
information with lifesaving measures
se
-not much time, really just need to do quick assessment
-example:heart attack
ur
first-level priority (top priority) - CORRECT ANSWER--priority that is emergent,life threatening,and
immediate
N
second-level priority - CORRECT ANSWER--priority that is next in urgency, requiring attention so as to avoid
further deterioration
-example: infection, diabetic (check their sugar/give insulin)
