The Patient Who Has Tested Positive for a Gene Associated

question 13

Multiple Choice

The patient who has tested positive for a gene associated with breast cancer is concerned that this finding will affect her ability to get a government job position for which she has applied. How should the nurse respond to this concern?

• A) "Surely there would be no way for the personnel department to find out that information."
• B) "There is a federal law that prohibits genetic information from being used in employment decisions."
• C) "Worrying about these concerns is not good for your health."
• D) "It should be a problem only if you intend to use the insurance plan."

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