Related Experiment Video
Updated: Oct 1, 2026

FISH for Pre-implantation Genetic Diagnosis
Published on: February 23, 2011
A Clinician's primer in human genetics: what nurses need to know
1Assistant Director, Southern Maine Genetics Service, Foundation for Blood Research, Scarborough, Maine 04070, USA.
Abstract:
This article provides nurses with general information about the structure and function of genes, metabolic and chromosomal disorders, and the inheritance of genetic conditions in families. It serves as a foundation for the remainder of this issue, which addresses the clinical application of genetic principles, genetic counseling and evaluation, and emerging genetic technologies. Nurses are present in all health care settings and care for individuals and families throughout their patient's life span. Nurses must therefore have adequate knowledge of human genetics so that they can identify individuals who may have a genetic condition or predisposition, and ensure that those individuals have access to the most current genetic diagnostics, treatment, and management therapeutics. With this knowledge, nurses can collect appropriate family histories, provide current genetic information, and support patients, families, and communities as they integrate this new information and technology into their daily lives.
More Related Videos
Related Concept Videos
Animal Mitochondrial Genetics
Genomic Imprinting and Inheritance
The expression of some genes depends on which parent passed the gene to the offspring, through a phenomenon known as...
Ethical Standards II
Nurses are entrusted with upholding various ethical principles and standards. Nurses forge solid therapeutic relationships using trust, empathy, autonomy, confidentiality, and professional competence.
Confidentiality is crucial, embodying respect for individual privacy and...
Pharmacogenetics and Pharmacogenomics: Overview
Principles of Pharmacogenetics: Types of Genetic Variants
Human Genetics
The complex relationship between genetics and psychology is observable through common biological components such...

