Disparities in Cancer Genetic Testing and Variants of Uncertain Significance in the Hispanic Population of South Texas.

Purpose: Racial and ethnic disparities have included a lack of access to both genetic testing and research, resulting in poor understanding of the genomic architecture in under-represented populations. The South Texas population is primarily of Hispanic background and has been largely devoid of genetic services. We extended access to this underserved population and uncovered genetic variants previously not observed, emphasizing the need to continually improve both genomic databases and clarification of variant significance to provide meaningful patient counseling.

Reducing Hospital-Acquired Pressure Injuries through Measure-vention.

Evidence has shown that Braden subscale scores are independent predictors of the development of pressure injuries. However, current practice is to implement preventive measures for pressure injuries based on the total Braden Scale score. Applying evidence from the literature on Braden subscales and using "Measure-vention," a quality improvement project using Braden subscales, was implemented in a 30-bed ICU in a Northern California level II trauma acute care hospital.