Genetics and Genomics

Genetics and Genomics
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7/7/15
The field of genetics and genomics has for a long time been a hotbed of controversy hinging on ethical considerations. There has been an underlying fear of the unknown about the field, with most people taking it as a form of disrespect to human sanctity. However, this field has placed medical practitioners, especially nurses, on the forefront of medicare.As a competent nurse, focus should be put on the humanitarian importance of genetics and genomics.
A BSN nurse can incorporate elements of genomics into the general nursing practice in a number of ways. Considering the fact that a large part of the duties of a BSN nurse involves associating with patients of various kinds, there exists a huge unfilled role for the nurse, which requires and incorporates in general, the need for a clear under...