A Patient Whose Mother Has Been Diagnosed with BRCA Gene-Related

question 9

Multiple Choice

A patient whose mother has been diagnosed with BRCA gene-related breast cancer asks the nurse, "Do you think I should be tested for the gene?" Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A) "In most cases, breast cancer is not caused by the BRCA gene."
• B) "It depends on how you will feel if the test is positive for the BRCA gene."
• C) "There are many things to consider before deciding to have genetic testing."
• D) "You should decide first whether you are willing to have a double mastectomy."

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