The nurse is reviewing the hormonal blood work from a patient who is tracking their cycle to try to conceive this month. The patient’s estradiol and progesterone levels are low. What statement would the nurse include in the patient teaching?

The nurse is reviewing the hormonal blood work from a patient who is tracking their cycle to try to conceive this month. The patient’s estradiol and progesterone levels are low. What statement would the nurse include in the patient teaching?

A female carries one positive genetic marker for Huntington’s disease. Her partner does not have any markers for the disease. For which reason is it so important for this family to identify persons with the genetic marker?

An infertile couple voices concern to the nurse about assisted reproductive technologies (ART). The nurse agrees that ART has created numerous dilemmas. Which potential questions does the nurse discuss with the couple? Select all that apply.

What is the purpose of carrier screening in the first trimester?

A 34-year-old patient who is 16 weeks pregnant had a multiple markers screening done. The results came back with an increased risk for trisomy 21. You call the patient to go over the results. How should you respond when the patient asks you if the baby is going to have Down syndrome?