A patient scheduled for a genetic evaluation has questions ...

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A patient scheduled for a genetic evaluation has questions regarding the visit. Rank the steps in the order that they should most likely occur.
 
  Choice 1. The geneticist examines the patient.
  Choice 2. The patient is scheduled for diagnostic tests.
  Choice 3. The patient constructs a 3-generation pedigree.
  Choice 4. The geneticist discusses the findings with the patient and makes recommendations.
  Choice 5. The genetic clinical nurse interviews the patient.

Question 2

A patient is upset to hear the nurse say that the results of genetic testing revealed wild-type genes. The nurse should explains that this type of gene is
 
  1. normal.
  2. abnormal with limitations.
  3. defective.
  4. unexpected.

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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3,5,1,2,4
The patient should be prepared to give as exact a family history as possible so that a detailed three-generation pedigree can be constructed. During the appointment, a genetic clinical nurse, genetic counselor, and/or a physician will perform an initial interview with the patient. A geneticist will examine the patient in order to establish an accurate diagnosis. Tests may be ordered. After the exam and the completion of any applicable testing, the geneticist and/or genetic counselor will discuss the findings with the patient and make recommendations.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1

A normal or unaltered form of a gene is known as wild-type. Wild-type genes are not abnormal with limitations, defective, or unexpected.

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