Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
3rd edition - April 15, 2005
Hardcover: 584 pages
ISBN-10: 082612366X
ISBN-13: 978-0826123664
3rd edition - April 15, 2005
Hardcover: 584 pages
ISBN-10: 082612366X
ISBN-13: 978-0826123664
The third edition of this award-winning text provides new and updated knowledge about genetics issues relevant to nursing practice. Read in sequence or used as a reference, this is a comprehensive overview of how genetics affetcs the care that nurses provide. In addition to a summary of basic human genetics and discussion of the Human Genome Project, this new edition includes the latest research findings and implications about inheritance, major genetic disorders (cytogenetics or chromosomal, inherited biochemical, and congenital anomalies), and genetics in twin studies. A consideration of the ethical impact of genetics on society and future generations, as well as information on assisted reproduction round out the overview.
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