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Title: The benefits of pharmacogenetics (PGx) are documented. Which reasons would the nurse list to explain ...
Post by: whatever695 on Dec 13, 2021
The benefits of pharmacogenetics (PGx) are documented. Which reasons would the nurse list to explain why it is not more common in bedside practice?
Select all that apply.

Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

▸ There are not enough laboratories prepared to offer these services.

▸ Many prescribers are not aware of the PGx testing that is available.

▸ Many prescribers are not aware of which PGx tests are applicable to which drugs.

▸ In most cases, patients do not want any kind of genetic testing.

▸ There is no simple, universal method of determining how to use the information from testing to modify prescribing habits.


Title: The benefits of pharmacogenetics (PGx) are documented. Which reasons would the nurse list to explain ...
Post by: Ctownsend on Dec 13, 2021
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