A review of family history reveals that a significant number of a patient's ancestors died very early from cardiac diseases. What is the best use of this information for the patient and the nurse?

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The best use of this information is for the patient and nurse to work together to identify other risk factors and establish a plan for healthy living. This way, the patient can take proactive measures to reduce their risk for cardiac disease and potentially avoid an early death. Avoiding stress and exposure to communicable diseases may help overall health but may not specifically address the risk for cardiac disease. Preparing the patient for an early death may be inappropriate and discouraging. Discouraging the patient from having biological children based on family history may not be necessary, as there may be other factors at play and genetic testing can provide more information.

A Review of Family History Reveals That a Significant Number