A nurse is caring for a patient who has a strong family history of cancer, and the patient is apprehensive about genetic testing that has been ordered. Which of the following is the correct statement by the nurse?
A) "Genetic testing is important because it will tell healthcare providers about your risk of disease."
B) "Genetic testing is information that has little effect on you as an individual."
C) "Genetic testing is your decision and does not impact your family members."
D) "Genetic testing does not have any risks or limitations."

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Genetic testing can provide information about a person's risk of developing certain diseases, which can be important for making informed healthcare decisions.

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