A Nurse Cares for a Client Who Has a Genetic

question 15

Multiple Choice

A nurse cares for a client who has a genetic mutation that increases the risk for colon cancer.The client states that he does not want any family to know about this result.How should the nurse respond?

• A) "It is required by law that you inform your siblings and children about this result so that they also can be tested and monitored for colon cancer."
• B) "It is not necessary to tell your siblings because they are adults, but you should tell your children so that they can be tested before they decide to have children of their own."
• C) "It is not required that you tell anyone about this result.However, your siblings and children may also be at risk for colon cancer and this information might help them."
• D) "It is your decision to determine with whom, if anyone, you discuss this test result.However, you may be held liable if you withhold this information and a family member gets colon cancer."

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