A patient who is pregnant reports a family history of cystic fibrosis and asks about the risks for transmission to the baby. What concept should the nurse include in the discussion?
A. The condition does not skip generations.
B. Male and female children are equally affected.
C. Both parents must be affected with this disorder for transmission to occur.
D. There is less risk for transmission to male children.
Answer: B
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