Breast Counselor Medical Guidelines & Risk Assessment — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is the recommended frequency for breast cancer screening in average-risk women?
- Every 5 years
- Every 1-2 years (Correct answer)
- Only when symptoms appear
- Annually starting at age 25
Correct answer: Every 1-2 years
The American Cancer Society recommends mammograms every 1-2 years for women aged 40 and older, depending on risk factors and physician guidance.
Question 2: Which factor is most commonly used in assessing a patient’s breast cancer risk?
- Eye color
- Family history of breast cancer (Correct answer)
- Shoe size
- Daily water intake
Correct answer: Family history of breast cancer
A family history of breast cancer, especially in first-degree relatives, is a significant risk factor that increases an individual's likelihood of developing the disease.
Question 3: Which medical imaging technique is most effective for detecting early-stage breast cancer?
- X-ray
- Mammography (Correct answer)
- Ultrasound
- CT scan
Correct answer: Mammography
Mammography is the most effective screening tool for detecting breast cancer in its early stages before symptoms develop.
Question 4: Which lifestyle factor is associated with a reduced risk of breast cancer?
- Smoking
- Regular physical activity (Correct answer)
- Excessive alcohol consumption
- High-fat diet
Correct answer: Regular physical activity
Regular physical activity has been shown to lower the risk of developing breast cancer by helping to regulate hormone levels and reduce inflammation.
Question 5: Which genetic mutations are strongly associated with hereditary breast cancer?
- TP53 and KRAS
- BRCA1 and BRCA2 (Correct answer)
- MYC and EGFR
- HER2 and CDH1
Correct answer: BRCA1 and BRCA2
Mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes significantly increase the risk of developing hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.
Question 6: Which medical guideline is used to classify breast cancer staging?
- BMI Index
- TNM staging system (Correct answer)
- Blood pressure levels
- Cholesterol classification
Correct answer: TNM staging system
The TNM staging system (Tumor, Node, Metastasis) is widely used to classify the stage of breast cancer based on tumor size, lymph node involvement, and metastasis.
Breast Counselor Medical Guidelines & Risk Assessment
What is the recommended frequency for breast cancer screening in average-risk women?