A patient tells the nurse that she does not want to pass on a genetic disorder to any future children. What is the nurse's most accurate response?
1. "A complete genetic study could help guide you in your decision making.".
2. "I suppose, then, that you are not going to have any children.".
3. "Adoption is always a possibility.".
4. "Just because the disease is genetic doesn't mean your children will inherit it.".
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Rationale 1: Findings from genetic research can be used by patients and family members to improve their own health and prevent illness.
Rationale 2: It is premature to suggest refraining from having children until a genetic study is completed.
Rationale 3: It is premature to suggest adoption until a genetic study is completed.
Rationale 4: This may be true, but it does not help to allay the patient's concerns. Additional intervention is indicated.
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