During a preconceptual assessment, a couple tells the nurse they have a family history of sickle cell disease. Which statement made by the couple should the nurse recognize indicates the desire to participate in primary prevention?
A. "We need to see a genetics counselor to discuss the potential for having a child with sickle cell disease."
B. "We need to both be treated for sickle cell anemia before we can have a baby."
C. "We will have blood tests to determine if we are carriers for the disease."
D. "We both do not have sickle cell disease, so there is a good chance that our baby will not have it."
Answer: A
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