During a community health visit, the nurse explains the genetic screening that is required by state law to the expectant patient and her mother. The mother of the patient asks why it is important to have the testing done on the infant
The nurse's best response is:
A) "Genetic testing is a way to determine the rate of infectious disease."
B) "It is important to test newborns for PKU, congenital hypothyroidism, and galactosemia."
C) "PKU, congenital hypothyroidism, and galactosemia are conditions that could result in disability or death if untreated."
D) "This testing is required; you will not be able to refuse it. It usually is free so there is no reason to refuse it."
Ans: C
Feedback: Option A, genetic testing, does not determine the rate of infectious disease. Option B does not adequately explain the rationale for newborn testing. The first aim is to improve management; that is, identify people with treatable genetic conditions that could prove dangerous to their health if left untreated. Option D fails to inform the patient of the rationale for newborn testing.
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