A patient tells a nurse, "My daughter is pregnant with our first grandchild and my son-in-law has a sibling with cystic fibrosis. Is there a chance the baby might have this disease?" Which response is best?
a. "This is not an inherited disorder.".
b. "You should speak to a genetic counselor.".
c. "Science has not yet developed gene testing for this disease.".
d. "There are new treatments for this illness that are readily available.".
B
Genetic counselors are trained to diagnose and explain disorders from a genetic perspective. They can review available options for testing and treatment and provide emotional support to individuals or families who have genetic disorders, are at risk for them, or need information about risks to their offspring.
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