The nurse recognizes that the interpretation of human genome
a. allows for scientists to predict the occurrence of disease in an individual
b. raises problems related to ethics and client confidentiality
c. will allow for the prevention of most diseases
d. will eradicate diseases such as heart disease and cancer
B
The issues of ethics and client confidentiality have developed in the study of genetics and the Human Genome Project. The Human Genome Project focused on research on the Y chromosome and the discovery of gene and stem cell transplantation. It focused on the advancements in diagnosis and treatment, not disease prevention. Eradication of disease is not an expected outcome of the project.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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