A female client asks the nurse when the best time is to perform self-breast examination (SBE). Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?

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For premenopausal women, the best time to perform SBE is about 5 days after the start of their period when breast tissue is least likely to be swollen or tender. For postmenopausal women, the best time is any day of the month, but it is recommended to pick a specific day and perform SBE on that day each month. Option B is not accurate as it assumes all postmenopausal women have a predictable monthly cycle. Option C is not accurate as the timing of SBE is important. Option D is not accurate as the primary care provider may not know the patient's menstrual cycle or menopausal status.

A Female Client Asks the Nurse When the Best Time