The nurse learns that a patient from a different country and culture was married to her first cousin before moving to the United States. The couple is expecting their first child in 4 months. What should the nurse consider when counseling this patient?

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The patient's marriage to her first cousin puts her at a higher risk for carrying genetic diseases. Carrier testing should be offered to the patient and her partner to identify any potential risks to the unborn child. The other options are not relevant in this situation as they do not address the patient's specific needs and circumstances.

The Nurse Learns That a Patient from a Different Country