A nurse applies genetic and genomic knowledge when completing a client assessment by:
a. Constructing a pedigree from a collected family history
b. Identifying a client who may benefit from genetic counseling
c. Referring a client to specialized genetic services
d. Incorporating knowledge of genomic risk factors
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Constructing a pedigree from a collected family history demonstrates assessment in the nursing process. Identification is demonstrated by identifying a client who may benefit from genetic counseling. Referral is demonstrated by referring a client to specialized genetic services. Provi-sion of education, care, and support is demonstrated by incorporating knowledge of genomic risk factors.
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