title: Apply Resources to Practice: Use Current Genetics and Genomics Content in Oncology
abstract: Genetic and genomic science directly affects oncology nursing care. Many resources are available to enable oncology nurses to better understand and deliver competent genomic care to patients and families. This article relays resources for germline genetic testing, tumor profiling, pharmacogenomics, and nursing education.
authors.affiliation: Saint Louis University.
authors.forename: Suzanne M
authors.identifier: 0000-0003-0919-6444
authors.initials: SM
authors.lastname: Mahon
mesh_terms: D002983:Clinical Competence; D005260:Female; D005544:Forecasting; D005820:Genetic Testing; D023281:Genomics / Q000193:education*; D006295:Health Resources; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008495:Medical Oncology / Q000592:standards / Q000639:trends; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000235:genetics* / Q000451:nursing*; D024802:Nurse's Role; D009859:Oncology Nursing / Q000193:education*; D010597:Pharmacogenetics / Q000193:education*; D014481:United States
keywords: genetics; genomics; personalized medicine; prevention and detection