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Patricia Newcomb1, Deborah Behan, Martha Sleutel
1At Texas Health Resources, Patricia Newcomb, Deborah Behan, Martha Sleutel, Judith Walsh, and Kathleen Baldwin are nurse scientists. At Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Tex., Suzy Lockwood is the interim dean for the Harris College of Nursing and Health Sciences, the associate dean for nursing, and a professor.
Abstract:
In 2006, the American Nurses Association created a set of essential genetics and genomics (G/G) competencies for all RNs, regardless of academic preparation, practice setting, or specialty. However, more than half of the RNs practicing today received no prelicensure education on these G/G competencies. This study describes the current use of G/G nursing competencies in acute care hospitals and how nurses perceive them.
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