Which Statements,made by Participants in a Genetics Seminar,should the Nurse

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which statements,made by participants in a genetics seminar,should the nurse presenting the session be quick to correct?

• A)"It doesn't matter what we do,our genes are going to determine our health."
• B)"Since all the people in my family and my wife's family have brown eyes,I'm suspicious of why my daughter's eyes are blue."
• C)"Our understanding of eugenics is much clearer today."
• D)"The fact that I have several family members with heart disease and cancer should make me more aware of risk factors."
• E)"Genes are dependable to express themselves consistently."

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