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FISH for Pre-implantation Genetic Diagnosis

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Published on: February 23, 2011

Nurses' competence in genetics: a mixed method systematic review.

Heather Skirton¹, Anita O'Connor, Ann Humphreys

¹Applied Health Genetics, School of Nursing & Midwifery, Faculty of Health, Education and Society, Plymouth University, Taunton, Somerset, UK. heather.skirton@plymouth.ac.uk

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|May 22, 2012

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Nurses generally lack core genetics competences, impacting holistic care for genetic conditions. Educational programs need enhancement to improve genetic health care knowledge and skills.

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Genetics in Healthcare
Professional Competence

Background:

Genetics is increasingly important in nursing practice.
Core competences in genetics for nurses have been established.
Current achievement levels of these competences by nurses are not well understood.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the extent to which nurses have attained essential genetics-related core competences.
To identify gaps in nurse competence in genetics relevant to contemporary nursing practice.

Main Methods:

A systematic review of research studies published between January 2000 and January 2011.
Searches conducted across four major databases (CINAHL, Medline, AMED, BNI) and reference lists.
Thematic analysis of data from 13 eligible studies due to heterogeneity, precluding meta-analysis.

Main Results:

Thirteen studies met inclusion criteria, revealing five key themes: knowledge, skills application, ethical practice, perceived relevance, and confidence.
Nurses generally perceive genetics as relevant to their roles.
However, a significant deficit in nurses' knowledge of genetic concepts was observed, often based on self-reporting rather than objective assessment.

Conclusions:

Available evidence suggests nurses are not consistently demonstrating the necessary competences for providing comprehensive care to individuals with genetic conditions.
There is a need to strengthen pre- and post-registration nursing education to better incorporate genetic healthcare.
Enhancing nursing education is crucial for improving the quality of care for patients with genetic disorders.