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Developing competencies in genetics nursing: Education intervention for perinatal and pediatric nurses
Kyoko Murakami1, Saeko Kutsunugi1, Kumiko Tsujino2
1Faculty of Health Sciences, Yamaguchi University Graduate School of Medicine, Yamaguchi, Japan.
Nursing & Health Sciences
|January 9, 2020
Summary
Nurses gained genetics knowledge but not confidence after a workshop. However, they recognized families' needs for support and privacy, indicating a shift in understanding genetics nursing care.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Genetics Nursing
- Clinical Case Studies
Background:
- Nurses require genetics training for effective patient care.
- Genetics nursing education is crucial for addressing complex family needs.
- Competency-based training is essential for healthcare professionals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate an educational intervention for genetics nursing.
- To assess nurses' and students' knowledge and confidence in genetics nursing.
- To explore perceptions of genetics nursing care for families.
Main Methods:
- An exploratory study involving an entry-level genetics nursing workshop.
- Utilized authentic stimulus material and a clinical case study (Down syndrome).
- Collected quantitative and qualitative data from 15 nurses and 27 students.
Main Results:
- Participants reported increased perceived genetics knowledge and clinical confidence.
- Over 90% understood genetics knowledge, but confidence and ethical aspects did not significantly improve.
- Qualitative reflections revealed enhanced understanding of families' needs for support, decision-making, and privacy.
Conclusions:
- A single genetics nursing workshop improved knowledge but was insufficient for comprehensive skill development.
- Further education is needed to enhance nurses' confidence and ethical considerations in genetics nursing.
- Findings inform the development of educational materials for genetics nursing.
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