Management of CareQuestion 1953 of 2368
After counseling, a client declines genetic carrier screening. Which nurse response is most appropriate?
- Respect the decision, because screening is voluntary and can be declined
- Explain that screening is required before prenatal care can continue
- Encourage the client to reconsider until they agree
- Schedule the screening for the client’s partner instead
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Correct answer: Respect the decision, because screening is voluntary and can be declined
Informed consent is the first step, and clients may decline any or all genetic carrier screening.
Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Reproductive Concepts: Reproductive Screening. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Management of Care"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026