An Infertile Couple Learns That the Female Is Unable to Produce

question 14

Multiple Choice

An infertile couple learns that the female is unable to produce viable eggs. The male partner suggests the use of a surrogate as a means of having a child. The female states, "I don't want your baby with another woman!" The nurse is aware of which psychosocial issue with this couple?

• A)The male blames the female for the infertility.
• B)The female is jealous of the surrogate's fertility.
• C)The male needs to have a child with his genes.
• D)The female is experiencing self-esteem issues.

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