NURS 3210 CH 8 PPT

They can be immunogenic.

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Gene therapy involves the transfer of DNA segments into the patient's body, whereas traditional gene technology involves the production of recombinant forms of drugs.

<p>To regulate gene therapy research</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The intentional selection of desirable genotypes before birth</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is limited to somatic cells only</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Due to ethical concerns</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It has enabled the production of a majority of the world's medical insulin supply</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are used for gene transfer</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gene therapy involves the transfer of DNA segments to treat a disease, whereas traditional medicine involves the use of drugs or surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A gene, which contains the genetic information encoded in DNA.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A genetic disease is caused by inherited genetic mutations, while an acquired disease is caused by environmental factors or lifestyle choices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To identify the estimated 30,000 genes and 3 billion base pairs in the DNA of an entire human genome.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Adenine (A), Thymine (T), Guanine (G), and Cytosine (C).</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To treat or prevent disease by using genetic material.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Single-gene variations in drug response</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gene transfer, which involves injecting segments of DNA into the patient's body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Individualized drug therapy based on a patient's genetic makeup</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To artificially produce DNA sequences that can be used to replace faulty genes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Taking thorough patient, family, and drug histories</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Viruses used for gene transfer can induce viral disease and can be immunogenic in the human host.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Recognize the situation and initiate further investigation</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Genotype refers to the genetic makeup of an organism, while phenotype refers to the physical and behavioral characteristics of an organism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To protect against improper disclosure of genetic information to unauthorized individuals or entities</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Remind the family member that private information cannot be discussed without the patient's permission</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pharmacogenomics is the study of how genetic variations affect an individual's response to drugs, and it is related to gene therapy in that it can help tailor gene therapy to an individual's specific genetic needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Protecting patients and their families against the misuse of genetic information</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By combining pharmacology and genomics</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Individualized drug therapy based on a patient's genetic makeup</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide patients with access to necessary support and information</p> Signup and view all the answers