The nursing role in the delivery of genetic services.

Abstract

As diseases of genetic origin increase their impact on society's health, the demand for genetic services will become greater. Involvement of professionals from a variety of disciplines is important if these service needs are to be met. Research has implications for care of patients with real or potential genetic concerns and many of these fall within the realm of nursing practice. A model for the involvement of nursing in the delivery of genetic services is presented. The nursing role in the genetic clinic, in the hospital, and within the community is explored.