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Gene therapy trials: a patient pathway

02 October 2002

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

This article describes ongoing gene therapy trials at University Hospital Birmingham NHS Trust for liver, head and neck and prostate cancer treatment. The authors...

The use of standard operating procedures in clinical research trials

01 September 2005

Cancer Nursing Practice

Clinical

Research nurses need to be familiar with standard operating procedure (SOP) documents. SOPs are distinct from nursing care plans. An SOP is an official, detailed,...

The role of the gene therapy nurse in cancer care

01 October 2002

Cancer Nursing Practice

Clinical

The genetic revolution is taking the world by storm. Reports of the latest genetic breakthroughs and their projected impact are inescapable. For people with cancer,...

Introduction to the genetics series

14 September 2005

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

This article provides a brief introduction to a seven-week series of articles that are underpinned by a competence-based genetics education framework. The series of...

Utility and limitations of genetic testing and information

12 October 2005

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

This article introduces some of the issues involved in genetic testing and information, particularly the utility and limitations of such testing. Psychosocial and...

Advances in genetics: Implications for children, families and nurses

01 July 2004

Paediatric Nursing

General

Most weeks there are references to genetics in the media giving the impression that soon all disease will be prevented or cured. Some authors suggest that genetics...

Recognising the limitations of your genetics expertise

19 October 2005

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

The sixth article in this series aims to provide you with sufficient knowledge to refer a client for further genetic assessment. The focus is on the skills needed to...

Genetics: uphold the rights of all clients to informed decision-making and voluntary action

28 September 2005

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

This article discusses the rights of patients in relation to types of genetic tests and the broader implications for families. Use and misuse of genetic information...

Identifying clients who might benefit from genetic services and information

14 September 2005

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

This article is the first in a series of seven which examine competence standards for nurses, midwives and health visitors in relation to genetics. The author...