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Overview
Patient Presents
History
Second Opinion
Preop Evaluation
Surgery
Chemotherapy
Rehabilitation
Lymphedema
Education
Energy
Concerns
References

Author:

Karen Wingert, MEd, PT, RN

School of Health Professions, University of Missouri-Columbia
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Breast Cancer

Concerns


What concerns may Karen have for the health of females in her immediate family? Statistically what is the probability of one or more of her daughters also having breast cancer at an early age?

What screening or preventative measures are important in the probability of occurrence?

What is the most probable metastatic site with this diagnosis?

What are the possible causes of back pain and have you addressed this with Karen?

How do you teach breast self-exam?

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