After genetic testing is completed, the client is found to be at "population risk" for development of a disorder. How should the nurse explain this risk to the client?

Question

Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. "Population risk means that you are in a population of people who will likely develop this disease."
2. "Because you are at population risk, we advise that you follow standard screening for this disease."
3. "You have no environmental risks for developing this disease."
4. "You do not have to worry about ever developing this disease."
5. "You have moderate risk for developing this disease, so frequent screening is necessary."

Answer 1

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Rationale 1: Population risk does not mean it is likely the client will develop the disorder.
Rationale 2: The client at population risk should take the same screening precautions as those in the general population.
Rationale 3: Population risk indicates that the client has no environmental risks beyond those for the general population.
Rationale 4: Population risk does not mean the absence of risk.
Rationale 5: Moderate risk is not a risk category in genetic testing.