Newborn screening reveals that a baby is positive for the gene causing a genetic disorder. How should the nurse help the parents interpret this finding?
1. "The finding is probably incorrect."
2. "There are many good treatments for this disease today."
3. "Screening only indicates that more specific testing should be done."
4. "These things come back positive all the time, so don't worry."
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Rationale 1: The nurse should not offer false reassurances.
Rationale 2: It is not inevitable that the child will develop the disorder.
Rationale 3: A screen is just a tool to discover who requires additional testing.
Rationale 4: It is not therapeutic to tell parents not to worry.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false