A married couple is beginning genetic counseling. What should the nurse instruct the couple regarding expectations from this process? (Select all that apply.)
A) The results will be provided to the couple only.
B) The results will be provided as quickly as possible.
C) The married couple makes the decision to participate in the process.
D) Medically recommended procedures will be immediately scheduled.
E) The married couple will sign informed consent forms for procedures.
A, B, C, E
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Legal responsibilities of genetic testing, counseling, and therapy include the results will not be withheld and given to the persons directly involved; the results will be provided as quickly as possible; participation in genetic screening is elective; and those desiring genetic screening must sign an informed consent for the procedures. After genetic counseling, persons are not to be coerced to undergo procedures; therefore, medically recommended procedures will not be immediately scheduled.
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