Do you want to learn more about genetics?

Published: 15 March 2013

As knowledge and understanding of genetics grows and develops its utility across the full range of health care provision will become more complex and significant to health improvements. The need for nurses, midwives and health care assistants to know and understand the implications of genetic links to health and well being, use of medication and treatments will become more critical in providing quality health care over the coming decades. This tool looks at the need to be aware of  what questions to ask, the importance of taking an accurate family history, and the actions and skills required  for the health professional around the information gathered. It will be a step towards enhancing the overall resources available to enhancing that care provision.

The Online Learning resource – The future is in their history is now live on the RCN website.

To access the resource please follow the link: www.rcn.org.uk/development/practice/cpd_online_learning/the_future_is_in_their_history