A client has been diagnosed with an acquired immunodeficiency disorder and expresses concern that she might pass this disorder on to her future children. What should the nurse consider when forming a response to this concern?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Because the acquired immunodeficiency disorder is viral, it may be transmitted to the children.
2. There is a high possibility of transmitting this disease genetically.
3. This woman will likely never conceive children due to this illness.
4. Genetic transmission would occur only if genetic damage or mutation were present.
5. Genetic transmission is unlikely.
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Rationale 1: Because the disorder is viral, the children do run risk of contracting the illness through contact with their mother.
Rationale 2: Acquired immunodeficiency diseases are not transmitted genetically; they are acquired.
Rationale 3: There is no evidence that acquired immunodeficiency disorders prevent conception.
Rationale 4: Acquired illnesses are not transmitted genetically.
Rationale 5: Because this is an acquired disease, genetic transmission is unlikely.
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