Genetic education, knowledge and experiences between nurses and physicians in primary care in Brazil: A cross-sectional study

Autor(es)

Lopes-Junior, Luis Carlos ; Carvalho Junior, Paulo Marcondes ; de Faria Ferraz, Victor Evangelista ; Nascimento, Lucila Castanheira ; Van Riper, Marcia ; Floria-Santos, Milena

• Tipo de documento: Artigo Científico
• Fonte: NURSING & HEALTH SCIENCES; v. 19, n. 1, p. 66-74, MAR 2017.
• Citações Web of Science: 4

Resumo

Recent advances in genomics and related technologies have the potential to improve health care throughout the world. In this cross-sectional study, we examine genetics education, knowledge, and genetics-related experiences among the nurses and physicians who provide primary care in a Brazilian city. Fifty-four healthcare professionals from family health units participated in the study (response rate: 90%). Data were collected using a structured 36-item questionnaire divided into five axes: sociodemographic data and academic background; genetics education; genetics knowledge; genetics-related experiences in family practice; and knowledge regarding the National Policy for Comprehensive Care in Clinical Genetics in the Unified Health System. Although most participants (85.2%) acknowledged receiving some genetic content during their undergraduate education, the majority (77.8%) advised that they did not feel prepared to deliver genomics-based health care in primary care. The results suggest that nurses and physicians often lack the knowledge to provide genomics-based health care in primary care. Therefore, continuing education in genetics/genomics should be provided to primary healthcare professionals in order to enhance family practice and compliance with national policies. (AU)

• Processo FAPESP: 09/16426-1 - Genética e genômica na atenção básica à saúde: necessidade de saúde atual
• Beneficiário: Luis Carlos Lopes Junior
• Modalidade de apoio: Bolsas no Brasil - Iniciação Científica