A nurse who works in a hospital clinic is describing ways of integrating genetics and genomics into nursing practice. Which of the following actions is most consistent with this role?
A) Planning treatment modalities for diseases that have patterns of inheritance
B) Processing tissue samples to obtain genetic information
C) Choosing options for patients after genetic testing has been completed
D) Informing patients about the ethics of genetics and genomic concepts
Ans: D
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There are important roles for nurses in assessing predictive genetic and genomic factors using family history and the results of genetic tests effectively, informing patients about genetics and genomic concepts, understanding the personal and societal impact of genetics and genomic information, and valuing the privacy and confidentiality of genetics and genomic information. Nurses do not normally plan medical treatment, process tissue samples, or make choices for patients.
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