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Genomics in nursing

“Understanding Genetic Disorders: A Guide for Patients and Families” A. Classic Signs and Symptoms: – Genetic disorders are conditions that are caused by changes or mutations in a person’s genes. – These changes can lead to a wide range of signs and

Create a brief fact sheet that could be given to patients/family members of those with 
genetic disorders. Should be easily understood! Put everything in your own words.
A. Classic signs and symptoms 
B. Mode of inheritance/genetic or genomic influence 
C. Testing options – diagnostic, genetic 
D. Treatment/management options – medications, infusions, therapies, etc 
E. Support groups or further education/resources available to family and patient 
Format
WORD DOCUMENT ONLY 
1-page ONLY or 2-sided Brochure type handout
Creative, easily understood by patients –use non-medical terminology
Visually appealing with graphics
Do not copy and paste pictures, graphs, etc without citing appropriately 
Include references on a separate page