Competency
Explain the interdependency of genetics, genomics, and ethics on nursing care.
Scenario
As the Chair of your organization’s Ethics Committee you are offering professional development for the nursing staff during a lunch-and-learn session that focuses on the interdependence of genetics, genomics, and ethics. You are expecting good attendance for the presentation since free lunch will be provided. To guide your session you will create a concept map for a genetic or genomic condition for an at-risk individual or population that you are interested in.
Instructions
Make sure to include the following components in the concept map:
Description of the genetic or genomic condition
Specific genetic and genomic assessment considerations
The potential impact of genetic and genomic information on clients and families
Ethical and legal considerations
Scope of nursing practice in relation to genetic and genomic considerations
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