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Informationen zum Autor Wendy R. Uhlmann, MS, CGC is the genetic counselor/clinic coordinator of the Medical Genetics Clinic at the University of Michigan. She is a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Human Genetics and an executive faculty member of the genetic counseling training program. Jane L. Schuette, MS, CGC has been a genetic counselor for 26 years ansd is currently genetic counselor and clinic coordinator in the Division of Pediatric Genetics at the University of Michigan Health System. Beverly M. Yashar, MS, PhD, CGC is the program director for the genetic counseling graduate training program in the Department of Human Genetics at the University of Michigan. Klappentext The first book devoted exclusively to the principles and practice of genetic counseling--now in a new edition First published in 1998, A Guide to Genetic Counseling quickly became a bestselling and widely recognized text, used nationally and internationally in genetic counseling training programs. Now in its eagerly anticipated Second Edition, it provides a thoroughly revised and comprehensive overview of genetic counseling, focusing on the components, theoretical framework, and unique approach to patient care that are the basis of this profession. The book defines the core competencies and covers the genetic counseling process from case initiation to completion--in addition to addressing global professional issues--with an emphasis on describing fundamental principles and practices. Chapters are written by leaders in the field of genetic counseling and are organized to facilitate academic instruction and skill attainment. They provide the most up-to-date coverage of: The history and practice of genetic counseling Family history Interviewing Case preparation and management Psychosocial counseling Patient education Risk communication and decision-making Medical genetics evaluation Understanding genetic testing Medical documentation Multicultural counseling Ethical and legal issues Student supervision Genetic counseling research Professional development Genetics education and outreach Evolving roles and expanding opportunities Case examples A Guide to Genetic Counseling , Second Edition belongs on the syllabi of all medical and human genetics and genetic counseling training programs. It is an indispensable reference for both students and healthcare professionals working with patients who have or are at risk for genetic conditions. The first book devoted exclusively to the principles and practice of genetic counseling, and also written by genetic counselors for genetic counselors, this best-selling and most widely recognized reference book in the field returns in a new edition with updated content. Inhaltsverzeichnis Foreword xv Preface xvii Contributors xix 1 The Practice of Genetic Counseling 1 Ann P. Walker The Practice of Genetic Counseling 1 Definition and Goals of Genetic Counseling 5 Components of the Genetic Counseling Interaction 11 Counseling Contexts and Situations 14 Providers of Genetic Counseling 16 Professional and Educational Landmarks in Genetic Counseling 19 Professional Growth and Skill Acquisition 25 Appendix: Practice-Based Competencies 26 Genetic Counselors' Scope of Practice 30 References 32 2 The Ultimate Genetic Tool: The Family History 37 Jane L. Schuette and Robin L. Bennett The Evolution of the Pedigree 38 Family History Basics 40 Gathering the Information and Constructing a Pedigree 43 Interpreting the Family History and Pedigree Analysis 57 Psychosocial Aspects of Obtaining a Family H...
