The Patient Who Has Tested Positive for a Gene Associated

Multiple Choice

The patient who has tested positive for a gene associated with breast cancer is concerned that this finding will affect her ability to get a government job position for which she has applied. How should the nurse respond to this concern?

A) "Surely there would be no way for the personnel department to find out that information."
B) "There is a federal law that prohibits genetic information from being used in employment decisions."
C) "Worrying about these concerns is not good for your health."
D) "It should be a problem only if you intend to use the insurance plan."