Canadian nursing and genomics: An engagement initiative

Lindsay Carlsson, Jacqueline Limoges

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Advances in genome sequencing technologies and biomarker discoveries now inform individual risk assessments and treatment decision-making within cancer care. These advances have contributed to the emergence of precision healthcare where disease prevention and treatment recommendations are based upon individual genetic variability, as well as environmental and lifestyle considerations. To actively participate in precision healthcare and support patients, oncology nurses require specific knowledge and skills in cancer genomics. Nurses are poised to contribute to the safe and equitable delivery of precision healthcare and further education and engagement will support this endeavour. The Canadian Nursing and Genomics (CNG) promotes collaboration between nurses from the five domains of practice, from different healthcare sectors and educational backgrounds, as a key strategy to prepare nurses for the genomics era. This article provides a case study to illustrate genomics informed nursing practice across clinical settings and provides leadership strategies across the domains of nursing practice to support genomic literacy within nursing practice. 

 


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