CBS Medical Terminology & Anatomy 3

Question 1

Which layer of the breast contains the adipose tissue that gives the breast its shape and size?

Accepted Answer

Subcutaneous layer

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Glandular layer

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Retromammary layer

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Pectoral fascia

Question 2

The term 'prolactin' is derived from which word roots indicating its function?

Accepted Answer

Pro (for/in favor of) + lactin (milk)

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Pro (before) + lactin (sugar)

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Pro (protein) + lactin (gland)

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Pro (producing) + lactin (letdown)

Question 3

In breastfeeding anatomy, what is a 'lobule'?

Accepted Answer

A group of alveoli that drain into a common duct

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A large collecting duct near the nipple

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The fatty tissue surrounding glandular tissue

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A single milk-producing cell

Question 4

Which medical term describes the hardening and distension of breasts due to milk and vascular congestion?

Accepted Answer

Engorgement

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Mastitis

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Galactostasis

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Lactostasis

Question 5

The myoepithelial cells surrounding alveoli are stimulated by oxytocin to perform which action?

Accepted Answer

Contract and eject milk

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Synthesize milk proteins

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Absorb excess lactose

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Produce prolactin receptors

Question 6

What does the medical abbreviation 'EBM' stand for in lactation contexts?

Accepted Answer

Expressed Breast Milk

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Early Breast Milk

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Estimated Breast Measurement

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Exclusive Breastfeeding Method

Question 7

The term 'ductal ectasia' in breast pathology refers to:

Accepted Answer

Dilation or widening of the milk ducts

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Milk duct infection

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Formation of new milk ducts

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Blockage of the lactiferous sinus