The purpose of this course is to provide information on genes, gene therapy, and research and its potential uses in treating genetic disorders.
Course Publication Date:
April 30, 2019
This course is available with
NO ADDITIONAL FEE if you have an active
one year unlimited membership!
| Author: | Gloria Tartaglia RN |
| Course No: | GTGT041619 |
| Contact Hours: | 2.00 |
| Delivery Method: | Online Self Study |
| Category: | Medical & Surgical Issues
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Learning Objectives
- Describe what gene therapy is & the role in preventing disease.
- Discuss genetic mutations & how they occur.
- Identify genetic risks.
- Discuss genetic testing and screening.
- Describe the pros and cons of genetic testing home kits.
- Describe how gene mutations affect health and development.
- Analyze the different ethical issues that surround gene therapy.
- Review the current status of gene therapy research.
- List barriers to gene therapy.
- Discuss new laws designed to protect consumer information related to gene testing.