During an examination of a woman, the nurse notices that her left breast is slightly larger than her right breast.Which of these statements about this finding is true?
A) Breasts should always be symmetrical.
B) Asymmetry of breast size and shape probably results from breastfeeding and is nothing to worry about.
C) Asymmetry is not unusual, but the nurse should verify that this change is not new.
D) Asymmetry of breast size and shape is very unusual and means the patient may have an inflammation or growth.
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