Simon moves often for work. Whenever he meets with his new doctor, he makes sure to explain his family history of heart disease. Why is Simon's family history important for the new doctor?

Simon's doctor needs to develop a list of tests Simon should have immediately.

Simon's doctor really does not need to know about the family history.

Simon's doctor needs to begin treatment for any genetic problems.

Simon's doctor should know Simon may be predisposed to heart problems.

Question

Simon moves often for work. Whenever he meets with his new doctor, he makes sure to explain his family history of heart disease. Why is Simon's family history important for the new doctor?

 Simon's doctor needs to develop a list of tests Simon should have immediately.

 Simon's doctor really does not need to know about the family history.

 Simon's doctor needs to begin treatment for any genetic problems.

 Simon's doctor should know Simon may be predisposed to heart problems.

anonymous · Answer

A and B for sure don't make sense. For C, genetic problems are just there, can't really "cure" the disease, so I think it will be D. Doctors should know the medical background of each patient

falco276 · Answer

Thank you!!!!