General practice · Examination

Tender breast lump

Easy

8 min station · 2 min reading · Recommended for Notre Dame Year 1 students

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2 min reading · 8 min station · reminders at 1 min

Instructions

You are a medical student on placement in general practice. Your next patient is Robyn Thompson, 46, a FIFO electrician, presenting with a tender lump in her left breast.

  1. Perform a breast examination

  • You do not need to take a history or summarise your findings
  • She is wearing a breast model; describe your examination as you go, and findings will be given on request
  • The examiner will ask you questions at the end.
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