Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 85%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A 20-year-old client who is at 12 weeks of gestation and requests an amniocentesisA nurse in a provider's office is caring for a 20-year-old client who is at 12 weeks of gestation and requests an amniocentesis to determine the sex of the fetus. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Amniocentesis detects genetic disorders, not just fetal sex, and carries risks, requiring education. Age limits, immediate scheduling, or chorionic sampling are incorrect.