A patient planning to have genetic testing prior to having children tells the nurse that she is fearful that too many people will learn about the test. How should the nurse respond to this patient?
1. "The results of the tests are confidential and no one can have the results without your permission."
2. "Most insurance companies will want the results before paying for the tests."
3. "The results will be available to anyone who reviews your medical record."
4. "The doctor will most likely use the results when planning care and treatment for other patients with the same genetic disorder."
Correct Answer: 1
The nurse should explain that the results of genetic testing are confidential and that the written permission to have access to the results will be needed by the patient. Insurance companies will not need the results of the tests before paying for the tests. The results will be confidential and not accessible by anyone who reviews the patient's medical record. The patient's physician cannot use the test results when planning care and treatment for other patients with the same genetic disorder.
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