A theoretical framework for interaction of nursing discipline with genetics and genomics

Hu, Jiale; Yu, Leilei; Modanloo, Shokoufeh; Zhou, Yiyan; Yang, Yan

doi:10.1016/j.ijnss.2018.08.004

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“…Junior nurses have less awareness about BRCA gene testing than senior nurses with more than ten years of experience. As the largest professional group within the healthcare system, nurses are expected to be well-versed in genetic and genomics since they have been taught about the topic (Hu et al, 2018 ). According to the findings, nurses knowledgeable about BRCA genetic testing were better equipped to provide genetic education to patients in nursing practice.…”

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Malaysian nurses’ knowledge and attitudes regarding BRCA genetic testing

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Background: Breast cancer genetic (BRCA) testing for cancer susceptibility is an emerging technology in medicine. Objective: This study assessed the knowledge and attitude of nurses regarding BRCA genetic testing in a tertiary teaching hospital in Malaysia. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 150 nurses using a simple random sampling technique in a tertiary teaching hospital in northeast peninsular Malaysia. Data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire consisting of socio-demographic data, assessing nurses’ knowledge and attitude regarding BRCA genetic testing. Fisher exact test analysis was used to determine the association between socio-demographic characteristics with knowledge and attitude level. In addition, the overall knowledge and attitude were analysed using the sum score of each outcome based on Bloom’s cut-off point. Results: Of the 150 nurses, 66.7% had high knowledge level about BRCA genetic testing, and 58% were positive towards genetic testing. The participants’ mean age was 28.9 years (SD = 6.70). Years of working experience (p = 0.014) significantly influenced knowledge level on BRCA genetic testing, whereas speciality working experience (p <0.001) significantly influenced BRCA genetic testing attitudes. Conclusions: The results show that most nurses have adequate knowledge of BRCA genetic testing. However, their attitude could be termed negative. Therefore, targeted education programs on BRCA genetic testing and risk are needed to improve the knowledge and attitude of nurses and, ultimately, can educate the women and increase health-seeking behaviour among eligible women.

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“…[9,10] A genetically-based condition can lead to emotional, psychological and social stress on individuals, family members, and communities. [40] There must now be an emphasis on preparing nurses to integrate genomics into their patient-centered repertoire of personalized care, thus improving patient outcomes and the overall well-being of society and its members.…”

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A snapshot of nurses’ understanding, perceptions and comfort level of genomics

Sharoff

2021

JNEP

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Objective: The primary aim of this study explored holistic nurses’ self-perceived genomic knowledge, perceptions, attitude and comfort of genomics. A second aim compared results to previous findings of nurse educators and advanced degree practicing registered nurses’ genomic knowledge utilizing the same survey instruments.Methods: Design: Recruitment of participants, through the American Holistic Nurses Association (AHNA), was achieved via an anonymous Survey Monkey link of the Genetic and Genomic Literacy Assessment (GGLA) survey. The GGLA survey comprised three aspects: Self-Perceived Genomic Knowledge Survey; Perceptions and Attitudes about Genomics Integration into Nursing Practice Survey and the Comfort Level of Genomics Survey. Method: The GGLA survey link was made available via the AHNA newsletter.Results: Holistic nurses (n = 41) self-perceived genomic knowledge level demonstrated a knowledge base gap in their comprehension and ability to explain genomic concepts to their patients. Majority of holistic nurses were significantly not comfortable with their genomic knowledge (90% or greater). Comparison with nurse educators (n = 53) and advanced degree practicing registered nurses’ (n = 36) genomic knowledge provided additional insight.Conclusions: A significant majority of nurses are unprepared to adopt genomics into their practice whilst experiencing a lack comfort and confidence. The global success of nursing practice resides with its’ practitioners being fully informed and competent with all required competencies, especially if nursing is to remain prevalent within personalized healthcare.

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“…A nursing leadership that understands the interaction between genetics/genomics and nursing practice is fundamental in driving change toward genetics/genomics integration (Hu et al., 2018). It is, therefore, important for nursing leaders to be aware and recognize the impact of nursing on genetics/genomics and vice versa.…”

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Nursing engagement in genetics and genomics: A developing country's perspective

Abad

Sur

2022

International Nursing Review

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To review how nursing is engaged with genetics/genomics developments in the Philippines' healthcare system. Background: There is an increasing demand for genetics services. However, the number of genetics professionals is lagging with this demand. Nurses play pivotal roles in mainstreaming genetics/genomics across healthcare settings. Sources of evidence: Published and gray literature on genetics/genomics services in the Philippines and roles of nurses and the experiences of the authors. Discussion: Nurses involved in genetics in the Philippines work in specialty genetics clinics and in newborn screening (NBS). Several issues hinder maximizing roles of nurses in genetics, such as the absence of competency standards, inadequate educational preparation, absence of a specialty organization, and increased workload of nurses. Conclusion:The engagement of nursing with genetics/genomics is limited. Increasing awareness on the impact of nursing in genetics/genomics, adopting competency standards, and curricular integration are key if nurses' roles in genetic healthcare are to be realized. Implications for nursing practice: Introducing genetics/genomics systematically in practice environments is crucial. Tools such as the Method for Introducing New Competency Genomics can be used as a guide. Existing population-based genetics programs such as NBS and rare disease offer a good context to introduce genetics in existing courses in the curriculum. Implications for nursing policy: Nursing leaders need to be aware and recognize the relationship between nursing and genetics/genomics. A local specialty group in genetics and collaboration with international organizations are crucial to advocate the inclusion of genetics/genomics in nursing. Existing genetics/genomics competency standards can be validated in the local context to inform curricular integration.

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A theoretical framework for interaction of nursing discipline with genetics and genomics

Cited by 8 publications

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Malaysian nurses’ knowledge and attitudes regarding BRCA genetic testing

Malaysian nurses’ knowledge and attitudes regarding BRCA genetic testing

A snapshot of nurses’ understanding, perceptions and comfort level of genomics

Nursing engagement in genetics and genomics: A developing country's perspective

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