Gnt 1 Task 3

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GNT 1 Task 3 Genetics Task A1: Interdisciplinary Team For the benefit of the patient, it is best to utilize an interdisciplinary team. To provide care for Mrs. Trosack, it would be important to include the physician, nurse, genetics counselor, a pediatrician, and social worker. Task A1a: Rationale for Interdisciplinary Team A team approach to providing care is best for the patient. It is not realistic to assume one person can hold all the knowledge to appropriately care for a patient, especially in the field of genetics. It is important to include the physician since this is the person that is most familiar with the patient, her medical and familial history, and is responsible for her overall care. The nurse should be included on the team because this person is responsible for carrying out the orders of the physician, reporting concerns of the patient to the care team, and responding to the patient’s daily needs. The nurse is also responsible for staying abreast of changes in the patient’s condition and reporting those findings to the physician. The genetics counselor is important in this scenario. This is the team member that can educate the patient and family on the disease and available options. They can also provide information to the rest of the care team on the disease process and alterations in care that are necessary for the patient. A pediatrician is important to include on the care team because this person will be assuming the care of the unborn child upon delivery. Including them on the care team will help them to prepare for the delivery and obtain needed education on Tay-Sachs disease. A social worker would also be of benefit to the patient and team. They can offer advice to the team and patient regarding support groups within the community, as well as other resources the patient and family may need. These resources may include financial

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