A client's genetic testing reveals that he is a carrier for a disease. Which individuals would have the greatest personal health interest in this fact?

Question

Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. The client's father
2. The client's mother
3. The client's siblings
4. The client's wife
5. The client's children

Answer 1

1,2,3,5
Rationale 1: The gene for this carrier status may have been inherited from the father.
Rationale 2: The gene for this carrier status may have been inherited from the client's mother.
Rationale 3: The client's siblings may also have inherited this gene.
Rationale 4: The client's wife is not at risk for having inherited this disorder.
Rationale 5: The client's children may have inherited this gene from their father.