title: A strategy for implementing genomics into nursing practice informed by three behaviour change theories.
abstract: Genomics is an ever increasing aspect of nursing practice, with focus being directed towards improving health. The authors present an implementation strategy for the incorporation of genomics into nursing practice within the UK, based on three behaviour change theories and the identification of individuals who are likely to provide support for change. Individuals identified as Opinion Leaders and Adopters of genomics illustrate how changes in behaviour might occur among the nursing profession. The core philosophy of the strategy is that genomic nurse Adopters and Opinion Leaders who have direct interaction with their peers in practice will be best placed to highlight the importance of genomics within the nursing role. The strategy discussed in this paper provides scope for continued nursing education and development of genomics within nursing practice on a larger scale. The recommendations might be of particular relevance for senior staff and management.
authors.affiliation: PhD Student, Genomics Policy Unit, Faculty of Life Sciences and Education, University of South Wales, Pontypridd, Wales, UK.
authors.forename: Verity
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Leach
authors.affiliation: Senior Research Fellow, Genomics Policy Unit, Faculty of Life Sciences and Education, University of South Wales, Pontypridd, Wales, UK.
authors.forename: Emma
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Tonkin
authors.affiliation: Registered Psychologist, Senior Lecturer in Psychology, School of Psychology, Early Years and Therapeutic Studies, University of South Wales, Pontypridd, Wales, UK.
authors.forename: Deborah
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Lancastle
authors.affiliation: Upsilon Xi at large, Professor, Genomics Policy Unit, Past President, International Society of Nurses in Genomics, Faculty of Life Sciences and Education, University of South Wales, Pontypridd, Wales, UK.
authors.forename: Maggie
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Kirk
mesh_terms: D001521:Behavior Therapy; D004059:Diffusion of Innovation; D023281:Genomics; D006801:Humans; D009729:Nursing
keywords: Stages of Change; behaviour change; diffusion of innovations; genomics; theory of planned behaviour