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Summary
Nurses are increasingly vital as family interviewers in genetic research. Their role supports high-risk family care and advances breast cancer genetic studies.
Area of Science:
- Genetics
- Nursing
- Public Health
Background:
- Growing utilization of nurses in genetic fieldwork.
- Need for skilled interviewers in genetic research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the role of nurses as family interviewers in genetic fieldwork.
- To illustrate contributions to high-risk family care and breast cancer research.
Main Methods:
- Descriptive account of a nurse's experience as a family interviewer.
- Case examples of family interviews for genetic studies.
Main Results:
- Nurses effectively conduct family interviews for genetic research.
- This role enhances care for families at high risk for genetic conditions.
Conclusions:
- Nurses play a crucial role in advancing breast cancer genetic research.
- The family interviewer role by nurses benefits both research and patient care.