A Patient Whose Mother Has Been Diagnosed with BRCA Gene-Related

A patient whose mother has been diagnosed with BRCA gene-related breast cancer asks the nurse, "Do you think I should be tested for the gene?" Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

A) "In most cases, breast cancer is not caused by the BRCA gene."
B) "It depends on how you will feel if the test is positive for the BRCA gene."
C) "There are many things to consider before deciding to have genetic testing."
D) "You should decide first whether you are willing to have a double mastectomy."

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