A developing role in genetic counselling.
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The valuable contribution made by nurses and social workers employed in genetic services in Britain was recognised by a Clinical Genetics Society Working Party. A recent survey has examined their role in the service and a selection of findings is presented in this paper. Their introduction to the clinical team facilitates the process of counselling and promotes a more comprehensive service for families.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of medical genetics
دوره 25 6 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1988