2017-2018 Graduate Catalog 
    
    Apr 23, 2024  
2017-2018 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NU 536 - Advanced Nursing Practice and Genetics


This course will explore the impact of the Human Genome Project and expanding genetic knowledge base on the clinical practice of nursing. Students will gain an understanding of the science of genetics as it relates to the genetic aspects of nursing and health care. Genetic concepts related to human heredity, genetic conditions, and treatment approaches will be explored. Emphasis will be placed on the integration of genetic knowledge into advanced nursing practice. Ethical, legal, social, and cultural aspects of the genetic advances in health care will be explored from a nursing perspective.

Three hours seminar per week one semester. 3 credits