How Do Genetic Counselors Provide Genetic/genomic Information to Patients and Families

question 7

Multiple Choice

How do genetic counselors provide genetic/genomic information to patients and families in a nondirective manner?

• A)Providing only the information the patient or family specifically requests
• B)Skillfully directing the patient and family toward the best choice that is supported by appropriate research
• C)Presenting all facts and available options in a manner that neither promotes nor excludes any legally permitted decision or action
• D)Filtering management options and focusing on the information that will support the decision they believe is right for the individual patient/family

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Diggers

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