Posted: September 30th, 2017

The family of a schizophrenic client asks the nurse if there is a genetic cause of this disorder. To answer the family, which fact would the nurse cite?

The family of a schizophrenic client asks the nurse if there is a genetic cause of this disorder. To answer the family, which fact would the nurse cite?

A. Conclusive evidence indicates a specific gene transmits the disorder.
B. Incidence of this disorder is variable in all families.
C. There is a little evidence that genes play a role in transmission.
D. Genetic factors can increase the vulnerability for this disorder.