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Mrs. Williams is a 27-year-old female diagnosed with breast cancer. She is currently in pharmacy school. She does not have children, but hopes to have them someday. She has been tested and has a genetic predisposition for this disease.

• What treatment options does she have?
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of those treatment options?
• What would you tell Mrs. Williams if she decided to refuse treatment?
• Mrs. Williams really wants to have children before she starts treatment. What would you educate her about? Why?