Overview

Genetics is increasingly important in health care provision, but its relevance on a day-to-day basis is often poorly understood. Genetics for Healthcare Professionals introduces the general principles of genetics and links these to real world examples, to allow nurses, midwives, genetic counsellors and doctors to apply this knowledge in their routine clinical practice. The book takes an holistic family-oriented approach, from preconception to adulthood, and addresses the misconception that clinical genetics is only of relevance to those who are reproducing. Genetics for Healthcare Professionals is an essential textbook of genetics for nurses, midwives, genetic counsellors and doctors. An ideal coursebook for students in the healthcare professions, it is also written for qualified staff seeking an update on current issues and how to apply them in practice.

Full Product Details

Author:   Heather Skirton (University of Plymouth, UK) ,  Christine Patch (Guy's Hospital, UK)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Bios Scientific Publishers Ltd
Dimensions:   Width: 17.40cm , Height: 1.40cm , Length: 24.60cm
Weight:   0.520kg
ISBN:  

9781859960431

ISBN 10:   185996043
Pages:   218
Publication Date:   15 June 2002
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

1. Setting the Scene. 2. The Family History. 3. Counseling Issues. 4. Basic Concepts in Genetic Science. 5. Pre-Conception. 6. Pregnancy and the Prenatal Period. 7. Infancy. 8. Childhood and Adolescence. 9. Adulthood. 10. Development of Genetic Services and the Genetic Counseling Profession.

Reviews

This book is an easy read, has a unique lifestages approach and a user-friendly format, and is a good resource for healthcare professionals who feel deficient in their ability to integrate genetics into daily clinical practice.. -NCHPEG - Educational Resource Reviews, October 2004

This book is an easy read, has a unique lifestages approach and a user-friendly format, and is a good resource for healthcare professionals who feel deficient in their ability to integrate genetics into daily clinical practice.. -NCHPEG - Educational Resource Reviews, October 2004

This book is an easy read, has a unique lifestages approach and a user-friendly format, and is a good resource for healthcare professionals who feel deficient in their ability to integrate genetics into daily clinical practice.. <br>-NCHPEG - Educational Resource Reviews, October 2004 <br>

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Skirton, Heather; Patch, Christine

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