What Should Be Told to the Patient Who Has Been

question 4

Multiple Choice

What should be told to the patient who has been found to have a genetic mutation that increases the risk for colon cancer and says he does not want any of his family to know about this result?

• A)"It is required by law that you inform your siblings and your 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 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,because your siblings and children may also be at risk for colon cancer,you should think about how this information might help them."
• D)"It is your decision to determine with whom,if anyone,you share this test result;however,if you do not tell any of your family members and they get colon cancer,you would be responsible for their developing the disease."

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