During an assessment, a female patient asks why the nurse is "feeling her armpit." Which responses are appropriate?. Select all that apply.

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C) "Breast tissue extends into this area." - This response provides the patient with an explanation for why the nurse is examining her armpit.
E) "The armpits should be part of your breast self-exam." - This response educates the patient on the importance of including the armpit in a breast self-exam.

During an Assessment, a Female Patient Asks Why the Nurse