Paper
Tuesday, November 6, 2007
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Integrating Genomics into an RN-BSN Gerontology Course
Barbara M. Raudonis, PhD, APRN, BC, School of Nursing, University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX, USA
| Learning Objective #1: define the term genomics. |
| Learning Objective #2: discuss two examples of genomic-related content applicable to older adults. |
The Genomic Era is here and nurse educators must prepare the nursing workforce to use genetic and genomic science in providing care in all settings. A Consensus Panel met in 2005 and developed essential nursing competencies and curricula guidelines for genetics and genomics. In addition the Scope & Standards of Practice in Genetics and Genomics Nursing has been published. How can this content be integrated into an existing course? This presentation will describe how genomic-related content was integrated into an existing required gerontologic nursing course in an RN to BSN program. Strategies and resources will be discussed.