A 20-year-old patient with cystic fibrosis (CF) tells the nurse that she is considering having a child. Which initial response by the nurse is best?

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The nurse's initial response should be to assess the patient's knowledge level and need for information. Although the lifespan for patients with CF is likely to be shorter than normal, it would not be appropriate for the nurse to address this as the initial response to the patient's comments. The other responses are accurate, but the nurse should first assess the patient's understanding about the issues surrounding pregnancy.

A 20-Year-Old Patient with Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Tells the Nurse