1: Since the embryos belong to the couple, if they want them tested or frozen that is within their rights.

They should be able to choose the hair colour of their child if possible. However, being able to predict
the intelligence of their child isn’t possible at this point in time. The ability to influence the intelligence
of an embryo, could open-up a whole new ethical debate.

2. Yes, I believe that reproductive technologies have the power to greatly influence the future. For
instance, if the couple wanted to donate their unused embryos to somebody else, what should the rules
and requirements be? As these technologies become more advanced, they might become more
available and affordable to everyone who wants to reproduce but isn’t able to. Parents may be able to
have greater control over the genetic traits of their children. The more technology advances, the more
ethical considerations come into play (Keatings & Adams, 2020).

3. The five embryos belong to the couple. In the event of divorce, it would be up to the couple to decide
what to do with the embryos. If they are unable to come to a mutual understanding, it would probably
be up for the courts to decide. If one member of the couple were to pass away the embryos would
belong to the remaining spouse. Unused embryos can be disposed of, used for research or given to
other couples who may be in need of them (Keatings & Adams, 2020).

References

Keatings, M., & Adams, P. (2020). Ethical and legal issues in Canadian nursing (4 th ed). Elsevier.