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Genetics and genomics in nursing and health care / Theresa A. Beery, M. Linda Workman.
Holman Biotech Commons QH447 .B44 2012
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- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Beery, Theresa A.
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Genomics.
- Genetic disorders--Nursing.
- Genetic disorders.
- Genetic Diseases, Inborn--nursing.
- Genetic Techniques--nursing.
- Nursing.
- Medical Subjects:
- Genomics.
- Genetic Diseases, Inborn--nursing.
- Genetic Techniques--nursing.
- Physical Description:
- xvii, 397 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm
- Place of Publication:
- Philadelphia : F.A. Davis, [2012]
- Summary:
- Build the foundation you need to understand the science of genetics and its growing role in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders. Two experts in the field present the biological, psychological, and social implications of genetic influences in health care in an easy-to-read and -understand style.Inside, you'll find the thorough coverage and clinical examples you need to understand the basis of genetic inheritance, the influence of somatic and germline mutations, the multifactorial relationship of gene-environment interactions, and the foundation of ethical behavior in providing comprehensive genetic nursing care. It's perfect for both stand-alone courses or integrated into courses across the curriculum.
- Contents:
- DNA structure and function
- Protein synthesis
- Genetic influences on cell growth, cell differentiation, and ametogenesis
- Patterns of inheritance
- Chromosomal and mitochondrial inheritance and disorders
- Family history and pedigree construction
- Congenital anomalies, basic dysmorphology, and genetic assessment
- Enzyme and collagen disorders
- Common childhood-onset genetic disorders
- Common adult-onset genetic disorders
- Cardiovascular disorders
- The genetics of cancer
- Genetic contributions to psychiatric and behavioral disorders
- Genetic and genomic testing
- Assessing genomic variation in drug response
- Health professionals and genomic care
- Financial, legal, ethical, and social considerations
- Genetic and genomic variation.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- ISBN:
- 9780803624887
- 0803624883
- OCLC:
- 732776451
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