Sickle Cell Anaemia
Scenario: A woman may want to know her risk for having an afflicted child if the husband’s family has a history of an illness such as sickle cell disease. Communication process that revolves around the occurrence of or potential for a genetic disorder within a family: Would you recommend Genetic counseling and/or Genetic testing? What would be the risks of testing (not just physical risks)? How should test results be given? What information should be provided?
…………..Answer Preview…………….The woman has got every right to the chances of having an affected child. This can help to reduce the shock with might hit here if she knows what to expect. I would recommend that the woman undergoes a genetic counseling before she makes any decisions. This will help the woman to plan correctly for the pregnancy. Counseling will enable her to have a positive attitude no matter the outcome or the results of the baby. She will be psychologically prepared (Sharpe, Carter & EBooks Corporation, 2006). It can help the woman in the picture to know more about her family’s medical information. This will enable the woman to……………..
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