ch 23,24,25 Flashcards
Which of the following is a specialized family tree that includes the health conditions and causes, and the age of death, of the biological family members?
Pedigree
Cytogenic testing evaluates for abnormalities in which of the following?
Chromosomes
What type of testing evaluates for small mutations of DNA?
Molecular testing
The most growth over the next 10 years for genetic counselors is expected to be in which of the following areas?
Teaching and research hospitals
Employment of genetic counselors is projected to grow 21% from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations; however, because it is a small occupation, the fast growth will only result in only about how many new jobs over the 10-year period?
600
All of the following are some of the main skills and requirements a successful genetic counselor should possess, except:
possessing a prior license in a health-related discipline to apply for certification exam.
True or False? A bachelor’s degree in genetic counseling is required to be eligible for licensure and to take the certification exam.
False a masters degree is typically required
True or False? Genetic counselors are educated to identify specific genetic disorders or syndromes are inherited or passed down from parents to their children.
True they receive education to identify genetic disorders or syndromes inherited
True or False? Salary ranges are currently between $79,490 and $87,400 for genetic counselors.
True
Recommended for all pregnant women over 35 years of age
Prenatal testing
Screens for mutations that dramatically increase the risk for breast cancer
BRCA
Identifies inherited disorders such as phenylketonuria (PKU)
Newborn screening
Done for partners who are considering having a family to determine if either partner carries the risks for genetic diseases known to be present in their family
Carrier testing
Family history of autism or a serious mental illness such as schizophrenia or bipolar disease
Psychiatric genetic counseling
Done when adult family members have been diagnosed with dementia, cardiovascular disease, or cancer at an early age
Predictive genetic counseling
In what setting would health educators create programs and materials about health issues for the community?
Nonprofits