Questions for the Genomics Module
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Of the top 10 leading causes of mortality, how many have a genetic/genomic component?
a. 5
b. 6
c. 8
d. 10
What percentage of our DNA is common to each other?
a. 60%
b. 75%
c. 90%
d. 99.9%
Why would we use genetic information in nursing?
a. To be prepared for the incredible changes already occurring in health care related to
genetics
b. To identify patients at risk for genetic disorders
c. To educate patients on the rationale for targeted therapies
d. All of the above
Which of the following diseases or disorders has a genetic component?
a. Sickle cell disease
b. Color blindness
c. Polycystic kidney disease
d. All of the above
When collecting information for a family history, you should collect how many generations?
a. 1st – patient and patient siblings
b. 1st and 2nd- patient and patient siblings and parents
c. 3rd- patient and patient siblings, parents and grandparents
d. 4th- patient and patient siblings, parents, grandparents and children