Breast SONOSIM Mastery Test Verified
Answers
When little fat is present within the mammary layer of the breast, the breast has a
relatively uniform echogenic appearance. - ANSWER-True
Which of the following is a normal anatomical variant of breast anatomy? -
ANSWER-A and C only
a. Fatty breast
b. Mastitis
c. Fibrocystic breast
d. A and C only
e. None of the above
The upper outer quadrant of the breast typically contains the highest quantity of
glandular tissue, as compared to the other quadrants of the breast. - ANSWER-True
The retromammary layer __________. - ANSWER-c. is located anteriorly
(superficially) to pectoralis muscles, ribs, and intercostal musculature
Which of the following is true regarding venous and lymphatic drainage from the
breast? - ANSWER-All of the above
a. The veins typically run parallel to the arteries within the breast.
b. A majority of breast lymphatic vessels drain to lymph nodes within the axilla.
c. The lymphatic vessels typically course and flow in the same direction as the veins.
d. All of the above
e. None of the above
Which of the following correctly describes tissues within the breast? - ANSWER-A
and B only
a. The breast is organized and held together by a framework of fibers called
Cooper's ligaments.
b. Breast parenchymal tissue is partially glandular and produces milk during
lactation.
c. A breast lobe is the most basic unit of functional breast tissue.
d. All of the above
e. A and B only
Which of the following statements best describes relevant aspects of breast
ultrasound imaging? - ANSWER-A and C only
a. Optimizing patient and breast positioning is an important part of breast
sonography.
b. Standoff pads and/or application of copious coupling gel play no role in breast
sonography.
c. Optimizing gain and preset parameter selection is an important component of
breast sonography.
Answers
When little fat is present within the mammary layer of the breast, the breast has a
relatively uniform echogenic appearance. - ANSWER-True
Which of the following is a normal anatomical variant of breast anatomy? -
ANSWER-A and C only
a. Fatty breast
b. Mastitis
c. Fibrocystic breast
d. A and C only
e. None of the above
The upper outer quadrant of the breast typically contains the highest quantity of
glandular tissue, as compared to the other quadrants of the breast. - ANSWER-True
The retromammary layer __________. - ANSWER-c. is located anteriorly
(superficially) to pectoralis muscles, ribs, and intercostal musculature
Which of the following is true regarding venous and lymphatic drainage from the
breast? - ANSWER-All of the above
a. The veins typically run parallel to the arteries within the breast.
b. A majority of breast lymphatic vessels drain to lymph nodes within the axilla.
c. The lymphatic vessels typically course and flow in the same direction as the veins.
d. All of the above
e. None of the above
Which of the following correctly describes tissues within the breast? - ANSWER-A
and B only
a. The breast is organized and held together by a framework of fibers called
Cooper's ligaments.
b. Breast parenchymal tissue is partially glandular and produces milk during
lactation.
c. A breast lobe is the most basic unit of functional breast tissue.
d. All of the above
e. A and B only
Which of the following statements best describes relevant aspects of breast
ultrasound imaging? - ANSWER-A and C only
a. Optimizing patient and breast positioning is an important part of breast
sonography.
b. Standoff pads and/or application of copious coupling gel play no role in breast
sonography.
c. Optimizing gain and preset parameter selection is an important component of
breast sonography.
