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Free Genetics practice questions for the TEAS exam with detailed rationales.
Question 9 of 13
A nurse is counseling a couple about the risk of their child inheriting cystic fibrosis, an autosomal recessive disorder. Both parents are carriers (heterozygous). What is the probability that their child will have cystic fibrosis, and what nursing action is most appropriate?
25%; refer the couple to a genetic counselor for further testing.
50%; administer a screening test to the parents to confirm their carrier status.
75%; educate the couple about managing cystic fibrosis symptoms immediately.
100%; advise the couple to avoid pregnancy due to the high risk.
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