This is the second in a series of articles on genetics. This article focuses on competency 1 of the revised framework for genetics/genomics for nurses. The authors discuss the importance of nurses identifying individuals who may benefit from genetic services. Recording a family history and drawing a family tree are useful skills that will help to identify these individuals and inform the healthcare team. The article explains when to refer individuals to genetic services and what they may expect from these referrals.
Nursing Standard. 28, 9, 37-42. doi: 10.7748/ns2013.10.28.9.37.e7514
Peer reviewThis article has been subject to double blind peer review
Received: 07 January 2013
Accepted: 21 May 2013
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