The patient must be properly gowned for this examination. All upper body clothing should be removed. The patient must be properly gowned for this examination. All upper body clothing should be removed.
Breast tissue changes with age, pregnancy, and menstral status.
The procedure described here can also be used for self-examination using a mirror for inspection. Inspection Give a brief overview of examination to patient. Ask the patient to remove gown to her waist, assist only if needed. Have the patient relax arms to her side. Have the patient replace the gown.