The nurse notes that a lesbian client who recently found a breast lump on self-examination has not had a mammogram for 10 years. When asked about this delay the client states that she was not made to feel comfortable during the last mammogram. What should the nurse recognize is the underlying problem that this client is describing?

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The client's experience of not feeling comfortable during the last mammogram due to her sexual orientation suggests a social barrier. This indicates that societal attitudes or lack of understanding and sensitivity towards LGBTQ+ individuals in healthcare settings can hinder access to necessary medical procedures.

The Nurse Notes That a Lesbian Client Who Recently Found