A nurse is participating in genetic counseling for a couple who are considering trying to conceive. After the couple receives the results of genetic testing, the nurse should prioritize which of the following?
A) Secondary illness prevention
B) Psychosocial support
C) Gene therapy
D) Assessing adherence to treatment
Ans: B
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Following the communication of the findings of genetic testing, it is important that patients receive thoughtful and thorough support. A treatment regimen may or may not result from the findings, and secondary illness prevention is irrelevant. Gene therapy may or may not be undertaken.
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