The nurse in an obstetrician's office is discussing a patient's request for legally terminating an unwanted pregnancy after the fetus tests positive for Down syndrome. The woman and her spouse have five children from ages 11 to 17 years, and the family lives in an isolated rural area. Which action does the nurse take?
A) Inform the patient of programs to meet the needs of special children.
B) Share that children with Down syndrome can be high functioning.
C) Tell the physician of contextual factors identifying an ethical dilemma.
D) Inquire about the presence of an extended family support system
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