While Counselling a Couple Regarding the Likelihood That Their Child

question 4

Multiple Choice

While counselling a couple regarding the likelihood that their child will inherit a certain genetic disorder, you explain that some genotypes do not always express their corresponding phenotype while other genotypes are always expressed. What concept are you explaining?

• A) Cytogenetics
• B) Expressivity
• C) Dominance
• D) Penetrance

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Definitions:

Attachment

The emotional bond that forms between an individual, typically an infant, and another person, often a caregiver, which is critical for personal development.

Object Permanence

The awareness that entities remain in existence even if they are not perceived through sight, sound, or other sensory means.

Erikson

Refers to Erik Erikson, a developmental psychologist known for his theory on the psychosocial development of humans, which outlines eight stages from infancy to adulthood.

Piaget

A Swiss psychologist known for his pioneering work in child development, particularly his theory of cognitive development.