Your preceptor is planning a training session for all new nurses to review principles of genetics and genomics using data from a three-generation family pedigree. The preceptor asks for your help building a genogram to demonstrate patterns of inheritance. You agree to do some reading, describe a genetic disorder, and provide a genogram that would indicate how this disorder is transferred over generations. Your preceptor asks you to pick one disorder from the list below:

• Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
• Hemochromatosis
• Neurofibromatosis
• Hemophilia A
• Tay-Sachs disease
• Von Willebrand Disease
• X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy

Instructions

Include this content in your Word document:

• Description of the selected genetic disorder, including clinical manifestations and pattern of inheritance.
• A three-generation family pedigree and genogram with standard symbols and terminology.
• Analysis of the pedigree and genogram, including:
• Identification of affected and carrier individuals
• Actual and potential health risks
• Explanation of the methods of genetic testing for the selected disorder.
• Description of the educational needs of the client and family, including specific examples and supporting rationales.
• Correct grammar, spelling and APA style and format required.

Resources

• FAQ: I have been asked to create a pedigree/genogram for my nursing course. Help!
• National Human Genome Research Institute. (2024). Pedigree.
• National Human Genome Research Institute. (2024). Family History.