NUR 4160 Genetic History
Genogram and Interpretation (25 points)
The assignment will include the following criteria:
- Complete a Genetic Family History Form on an individual/patient of choice and attach as an appendix.
- Construct a genogram and attach as an appendix.
- Provide an explanation of the genogram by interpreting the family history.
- Discuss patterns of the disease focusing on a single disorder/condition.
- Research the literature on the inheritance and risk of the disorder/condition/trait.
- Discuss factors complicating the interpretation, the overall risk of genetic disorder/condition/trait, and identify additional information needed.
NUR 4160 Genetic History
- The scholarly paper should be 2-3 pages excluding the title, reference pages, and appendices.
- Attach the Genetic Family History and the Genogram as two separate appendices to the paper.
- Include an introductory paragraph, purpose statement, and a conclusion. Refer to APA manual to properly title the appendix.
- Include level 1 and 2 headings to organize the paper.
- Include a minimum of two (2) professional peer-reviewed scholarly journal references to support the paper (review in Ulrich Periodical Directory) and be less than five (5) years old. The course textbook may be one of the references.
- APA format is required (attention to spelling/grammar, a title page, a reference page, and in-text citations).
- Submit the assignment to Turnitin prior to the final submission, review the originality report, and make any needed changes
- Submit by the posted due date.
NUR 4160 Genetic History
Genogram and Interpretation (25 points)
The assignment will include the following criteria:
- Complete a Genetic Family History Form on an individual/patient of choice and attach as an appendix.
- Construct a genogram and attach as an appendix.
- Provide an explanation of the genogram by interpreting the family history.
- Discuss patterns of the disease focusing on a single disorder/condition.
- Research the literature on the inheritance and risk of the disorder/condition/trait.
- Discuss factors complicating the interpretation, the overall risk of genetic disorder/condition/trait, and identify additional information needed. APA.