Discussion 1: Aging
1. Discuss how genetic and genomics can play a role in a demand for new health services and how it may impact health care expenditures in the aging population. Give one example.
2. Describe one method that includes using evidence-based data to support a new or innovative ways to care for the aging now or in the future. How will it impact care and what are the anticipated outcomes?
Discussion 2: Chronic Disease
1. Discuss how genetic and genomics can play a role in a demand for new health services and how it may impact health care expenditures in the chronic disease population. Give one example.
2. Describe one method that includes using evidence-based data to support a new or innovative way to care for those with chronic disease now or in the future. How will it impact care and what are the anticipated outcomes?
Discussion 3: Ethical and Legal Considerations
1. Choose one recent (within last 2 years) news story about genetic or genomic technology. Describe the issue presented. From the perspective as an RN or APRN, describe the ethical, cultural, religious, legal, fiscal, and societal implication.
2. Describe two issues that undermine the rights of clients in genetic- and genomic-related decision making and action. Discuss a potential solution for each as well as your role in this issue as the patient advocate.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.