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| Semester | spring semester 2019 |
| Course frequency | Every spring sem. |
| Lecturers |
Maria Katapodi (maria.katapodi@unibas.ch, Assessor)
Chang Ming (chang.ming@unibas.ch) |
| Content | - Basic principles of molecular and cell biology - Biological, psychosocial, and societal issues of genetic predisposition to disease - Core competences in genetics for health care professionals as recommended by the National Coalition for Health Professional Education in Genetics (NCHPEG) - Examples of nursing research studies in genetics/ genomics |
| Learning objectives | This course will focus on the basic principles of human genetics, the mechanisms underlying genetic mutations, and the patterns of inheritance associated with common genetic disorders. The course will address genetic mechanisms of human disease for single-gene and multifactorial disorders. Patterns of incomplete penetrance and variable expression will be discussed. A case-based learning process will be used to address common genetic syndromes, risk assessment, screening and surveillance guidelines, as well as the educational needs and pharmacological management of individual and families with genetic predisposition to disease. Upon cempletion of the course students will be able to: 1. Describe the structure and function of DNA, chromosomes and genes 2. Understand the mechanisms of Mendelian inheritance (autosomal dominant, autosomal recessive, and sex-linked) and non-Mendelian inheritance (genetic heterogeneity, variable expression, genetic instability, and multifactorial inheritance) 3. Describe characteristics of genetic syndromes and genetically mediated disease 4. Understand basic principles of collecting clinical data and family history data for risk assessment and interpretation 5. Understand principles of providing genetic education and counseling to individuals and families, explaining genetic testing and providing an interpretation of genetic test results 6. Identify resources and facilitate the clinical management of genetic syndromes and genetically mediated disease 7. Discuss ethical, legal, and social (ELSI) issues associated with genetic disease, develop strategies for culturally sensitive and equitable delivery of nursing care to individuals and families 8. Discuss nursing professional roles, opportunities for leadership, and nursing research studies related to genetic/ genomic diseases |
| Bibliography | Students are expected to have read the relevant chapters and other readings before lectures according to the course outline (Semesterkalender). Required (Obligatory) book: - Beery & Workman (2012) Genetics and Genomics in Nursing and Health Care. - Jorde, Carey, Bamshad (2010) Medical Genetics. Recommended (Optional) book: - Jenkins & Halsey (2005). Nursing Care in the Genomic Era: A Case-Based Approach |
| Weblink | Login ADAM |
| Admission requirements | Aufnahme in den Studiengang Pflegewissenschaft oder schriftliches Einverständnis (Mail) der Dozierenden. |
| Course application | Anmelden: Belegen |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Use of digital media | No specific media used |
| Interval | Weekday | Time | Room |
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No dates available. Please contact the lecturer.
| Modules |
Modul erweiterte Kenntnisse der Advanced Nursing Practice (ANP) (Master's Studies: Nursing) (Pflicht) |
| Assessment format | continuous assessment |
| Assessment details | 80% attendance of the lectures (10%) Lab Experience attendance (15%) one oral presentation (40%) written exam (35%) |
| Assessment registration/deregistration | Registration: course registration: deregistration: institute |
| Repeat examination | no repeat examination |
| Scale | 1-6 0,1 |
| Repeated registration | one repetition |
| Responsible faculty | Faculty of Medicine |
| Offered by | Institut für Pflegewissenschaft |