At the community education program, the client learns that breast self-exam (BSE) is best performed 2-3 days after the start of the menstrual flow when the breasts are least engorged and tender. Since the client had a hysterectomy 5 years ago, she does not have periods. She asks the nurse if she still needs to perform BSE, and if so, when.
a) Monthly, on a specific day
b) Every 6 months
c) Annually, on her birthday
d) Every 2-3 months