title: The new genetics.
abstract: Genetic factors are responsible for 30% of pediatric hospital admissions. They also contribute to birth defects in 4% of newborns and chronic diseases in 10% of adults. Nurses working in maternal-child health need to have current information on the new genetics. With knowledge of the tools, applications, and implications of genetic engineering, nurses can be resources to families at risk for heritable diseases.
authors.affiliation: Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia.
authors.forename: J F
authors.initials: JF
authors.lastname: Zacharias
mesh_terms: D005821:Genetic Techniques; D005826:Genetics, Medical; D006801:Humans