A clinic nurse working in the 1970s was employed by a primary ...

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A clinic nurse working in the 1970s was employed by a primary care physician. Which of the following describes how the nurse would have applied genetic concepts?
 
  a. Providing genetic counseling to those with genetic disorders
  b. Educating clients about using genetic testing for risk identification
  c. Explaining the purposes of the Human Genome Project to clients
  d. Facilitating referrals for specialized genet-ic services for clients

Question 2

A nurse understands the significant impact that genetic testing can have on an individual and family. This competency is best described by which of the following organizations?
 
  a. NCHPEG
  b. Centers for Disease Control and Preven-tion (CDC)
  c. American Nurses Association
  d. International Council of Nurses

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
In the 1970s, nurses working in genetics provided genetic counseling to persons with genetic diseases or risk factors for such disorders. The other activities performed by the nurse did not occur until the 1990s.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The NCHPEG identifies one competency of health care professionals as being able to understand that health-related genetic information can have social and psychological implications for indi-viduals and families. The CDC, American Nurses Association, and International Council of Nurses do not address any competencies specifically related to genetic testing.