In Reviewing Genetic Testing for a Female Client, You Note

question 18

Multiple Choice

In reviewing genetic testing for a female client, you note the presence of BRCA1, BRCA2, and CHEK2. How should these findings be interpreted?

• A) There is no increased likelihood that the client will develop breast or ovarian cancer.
• B) There is an increased likelihood only for the development of breast cancer in a woman.
• C) More information is needed to interpret these findings based on the client's family history and the client's current and past medical history.
• D) A radical bilateral mastectomy is required immediately because the cancer may have already undergone sub-metastasis.

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Definitions:

Assortative Mating

A mating pattern where individuals with similar phenotypic or genetic traits are more likely to mate with each other than by chance.

Prisoner's Dilemma

A theoretical game in game theory showing why two rational individuals might not cooperate even if it appears that it is in their best interest to do so.

Reciprocity

A social exchange principle where the actions of one individual lead to a reciprocal action by another, often seen in cooperative behaviors amongst animals and humans.

Altruism

Selfless concern for the well-being of others, where individuals may act to benefit others even at a cost to themselves.