NURS 444 - Genetics and Genomics for the Rn

3 Credit(s)

This course explores the relationship of genetics and genomics to physiology and pathophysiology. How genes, environmental, and lifestyle factors interact to influence health and illness is explored. The course examines the use of genetics and genomics in a comprehensive nursing health and physical assessment in order to identify factors that predispose clients to disease and affect their treatments and prognosis. The course discusses how nurses incorporate genetics and genomics into their practice to improve clients’ health and increase their longevity. Resources to assist clients seeking genetics and genomics screening or services are explored. The ethical, legal, and social issues associated with genomic information are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): Registered nurse.