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In
some instances the patient will ask for the provider's
opinion. You may direct Rebecca knowingly, or not, towards
a decision that you feel is right for her. This can be
a major obstacle to obtaining informed consent and may
result from an imbalance of knowledge.
It may also indicate a reflection of the patient's experience
with cancer and/or confusion concerning the probabilistic
information regarding risk.
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"Because my aunt was stricken with cancer when she
was 37, and my mom was 40, I only have 10 years before
I will become affected!"
It is important to lead the patient through a decision-making
process that she/he can conceptualise, while protecting/respecting
the patient's autonomy. Questions should revolve around
the themes such as, "How will genetic testing
change the way you live your life?"
Click
here to read examples of important questions to ask
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