Objectives: To review the opportunities and possibilities for advancing oncology nursing competencies in genetic/genomics through the illustration of case scenarios in clinical care.
Data Sources: Literature; research reports.
Conclusions: Oncology nurses have the potential to influence whether or not cutting edge research discoveries are utilized at the bedside. Clinical integration of genetic/genomic information has the potential to optimize health outcomes and lengthen patient lives.
Implications For Nursing Practice: Oncology nurses need to include genetics/genomics in their practice in order to impact quality patient care today and for the future.
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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3059123 | PMC |
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.soncn.2010.11.008 | DOI Listing |
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