Assessing Nurse Practitioner Practices Regarding Genetics and Genomics in Healthcare Services

Journal of Practical Nurse Education and Practice Pub Date : 2022-02-01 DOI:10.29173/jpnep18

Daniel J. Gould, M. Seven

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Background. Nurse practitioners are well-positioned to identify patterns of genetic risk and refer individuals for genetic healthcare services. This study aimed to assess nurse practitioners’ knowledge, competency, attitudes, adoption, and confidence regarding genetics and genomics in their practice. Methods. We employed a descriptive, cross-sectional survey design. Data was collected online using the Genetics and Genomics in Nursing Practice Survey. Results. Of 106 participants, 84.1% (n=89) were working in a clinical setting. The knowledge score was 9.55± 1.4 out of 12; 59% (n=62) of participants rated their knowledge of genetics as “good” or “excellent.” Only 8% (n=7) referred patients for genetics services, and 19.8% (n=21) were collecting full family history in practice. Conclusion. Although the knowledge level of nurse practitioners was high, adoption of genetics was low in collecting and utilizing family history and referral to genetic services. There is a need for research investigating factors influencing the adoption of genetics activities into practice. Key words: Nurse Practitioner, Genetics, Genomics, Practice

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评估护士执业实践关于遗传学和基因组学在医疗保健服务

背景。护士从业人员是很好的定位，以确定遗传风险的模式和转介个人遗传保健服务。本研究旨在评估执业护士对遗传学和基因组学的知识、能力、态度、采纳和信心。我们采用了描述性横断面调查设计。数据通过“护理实践中的遗传学和基因组学调查”在线收集。106名参与者中，84.1% (n=89)在临床环境中工作。知识得分为9.55±1.4分(满分12分);59% (n=62)的参与者认为他们的遗传学知识“好”或“优秀”。只有8% (n=7)的患者转诊进行了遗传学服务，19.8% (n=21)的患者在实践中收集了完整的家族史。虽然执业护士的知识水平较高，但在收集和利用家族史和转介遗传服务方面，遗传学的采用率较低。有必要对影响遗传学活动付诸实践的因素进行研究。关键词:执业护士;遗传学;基因组学

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