A nurse is working with a pregnant patient who has been referred to the clinic for genetic testing based on a family history of genetic illnesses. The patient states, "why should have the test done because I am not going to terminate the pregnancy." How should the nurse respond to this patient comment?
A) Whether or not to have the test is ultimately your decision, but having adequate knowledge to make that decision is important.
B) Provide information about the reliability of genetic testing.
C) Obtain an obstetrical history from the patient.
D) Inquire about patient's insurance status to determine if the patient has to pay out of pocket for testing.

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The nurse should acknowledge the patient's autonomy in decision-making while emphasizing the importance of having adequate knowledge to make an informed decision about a potentially life-altering situation. The nurse can provide information about the benefits and limitations of genetic testing in order to help the patient make an informed decision.

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