Which client statements does the nurse recognize as common concerns about genetic testing?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. "I am afraid the needle stick will hurt my baby."
2. "I am afraid that I will not be able to get health insurance for my baby if there is a genetic problem."
3. "I am afraid my health insurer will make the rest of the family get tested if something shows up on the baby's test."
4. "I don't think I could stand it if I knew something was wrong with my baby."
5. "If we find out something is wrong, we won't be able to afford treatment."
2,3,4,5
Rationale 1: The process of the testing is not generally a concern.
Rationale 2: Health insurance availability is a big concern for parents.
Rationale 3: There is a concern that an abnormality on the baby's test will result in requests that the rest of the family be tested. A related concern is that insurance premiums will increase.
Rationale 4: The anxiety of genetic testing and the implications of abnormal tests affect the individual and family.
Rationale 5: The costs of genetic testing and treatment for possible abnormalities are a concern for many.
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