Competency information
Details
Synthesise information about a genetic condition in a format to support patient understanding, e.g. counselling aide or leaflet.
Considerations
- Information needs and understanding of different groups of patients, including different learning styles.
- How to structure and prioritise the provision of information appropriate to the individual’s needs.
- Provide a clear written summary of the information, using alternate formats for individuals with different communication needs.
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 3 | Outcome Synthesise and critically analyse the literature (including clinical guidelines and pathways) to compile information on the aetiology and clinical presentation of a range of genetic and genomic disorders. |
| # 4 | Outcome Communicate genetic information to individuals and their families referred across a range of clinical situations including prenatal, paediatric, adult (including cancer), being sensitive to patient information needs and the psychosocial and cultural context of the counselling session. |