A patient states, "I have a family history of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus. Before I decide to have children, I am going to speak with a healthcare professional who specializes in working with people with health problems that are passed from parent to child." Which of these statements would be the most appropriate for the nurse to record in the patient's medical record? "The patient has a future plan to discuss concerns about familial tendency for diabetes with

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A genetic counselor is the healthcare professional who specializes in working with people with health problems that are passed from parent to child, making option A the most appropriate choice. Home health nurses, obstetricians, and physical therapists may have knowledge on diabetes management but are not specifically trained in genetic counseling.

A Patient States, "I Have a Family History of Both