WEEK 1 DQ 1
Find an article on a genetic
disorder and summarize in two or three paragraphs the genetic component causing
the disorder and any multifactorial inheritance components that may contribute
to the disorder. Discuss the usual age of disease onset and if the sex-specific
threshold model fits the disorder. What education could you present to
high-risk patients to reduce the risk of disease onset if a multifactorial
component exists?
Q2
Genetic screening
has become widely available to the public including prenatal screening of the
fetus in utero to screening adults for genetic disorders, such as Parkinson’s
disease and breast cancer. Share your thoughts on the legal, ethical, and
social implications that may be related to genetic screening. How would you
educate your patient that is considering having genetic screening?
Week 2
Choose
an FDA-approved prescription medication and discuss the pharmacokinetics and
pharmacodynamics of the medication, including any differences that would be
expected based on the patient’s age, a condition of pregnancy, or lactation.
Address any adverse effects the medication may have based on age, pregnancy, or
lactation.
Week 2 dw 2
Active
acquired immunity can be achieved through the use of childhood immunizations.
Many parents voice concerns regarding the safety of vaccinations. What is your
opinion on the current use of vaccinations? How would you educate parents
regarding the safety and effectiveness of vaccinations? Defend your answers
with evidence-based research.
