{"product_id":"9781118210536","title":"A Guide to Genetic Counseling","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe first book devoted exclusively to the principles and practice of genetic counseling—now in a new edition\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003eFirst published in 1998, \u003ci\u003eA Guide to Genetic Counseling\u003c\/i\u003e quickly became a bestselling and widely recognized text, used nationally and internationally in genetic counseling training programs. Now in its eagerly anticipated Second Edition, it provides a thoroughly revised and comprehensive overview of genetic counseling, focusing on the components, theoretical framework, and unique approach to patient care that are the basis of this profession. The book defines the core competencies and covers the genetic counseling process from case initiation to completion—in addition to addressing global professional issues—with an emphasis on describing fundamental principles and practices.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapters are written by leaders in the field of genetic counseling and are organized to facilitate academic instruction and skill attainment. They provide the most up-to-date coverage of:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe history and practice of genetic counseling\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eFamily history\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterviewing\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase preparation and management\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003ePsychosocial counseling\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003ePatient education\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eRisk communication and decision-making\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eMedical genetics evaluation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding genetic testing\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eMedical documentation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eMulticultural counseling\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eEthical and legal issues\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eStudent supervision\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eGenetic counseling research\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eProfessional development\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eGenetics education and outreach\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvolving roles and expanding opportunities\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase examples\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Guide to Genetic Counseling\u003c\/i\u003e, Second Edition belongs on the syllabi of all medical and human genetics and genetic counseling training programs. It is an indispensable reference for both students and healthcare professionals working with patients who have or are at risk for genetic conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47113718431984,"sku":"9781118210536","price":102.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781118210536_p0.jpg?v=1763693303","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781118210536","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}