The nurse notices dimpling of the skin surrounding a palpable mass in the right breast of a female patient. What is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take next?

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Malignant breast masses are irregular and poorly delineated. As the mass grows, there may be breast asymmetry, discoloration (erythema or ecchymosis), unilateral vein prominence, peau d'orange, ulceration, dimpling, puckering, or retraction of the skin. Option A is not normal. Malignant breast masses are not tender. Dimpling may indicate a malignant mass rather than a benign mass.

The Nurse Notices Dimpling of the Skin Surrounding a Palpable