Statute 38 3415

38-3415. Scope of practice.The scope of practice of a genetic counselor is:(1) Obtaining and evaluating individual, family, and medical histories to determine genetic risk for genetic or medical conditions and diseases in a patient, his or her offspring, and other family members;(2) Discussing features, natural history, means of diagnosis, genetic and environmental factors, and management of risk for genetic or medical conditions and diseases;(3) Identifying and coordinating of genetic laboratory tests and other diagnostic studies as appropriate for the genetic assessment;(4) Integrating genetic laboratory test results and other diagnostic studies with personal and family medical history to assess and communicate risk factors for genetic or medical conditions and diseases;(5) Explaining the clinical implications of genetic laboratory tests and other diagnostic studies and their results;(6) Evaluating the client's or family's responses to genetic or medical conditions identified by the genetic assessment or risk of recurrence and providing client-centered counseling and anticipatory guidance;(7) Identifying and utilizing community resources that provide medical, educational,

by the genetic assessment or risk of recurrence and providing client-centered counseling and anticipatory guidance;(7) Identifying and utilizing community resources that provide medical, educational, financial, and psychosocial support and advocacy; and(8) Providing written documentation of medical, genetic, and counseling information for families and health care professionals.Source Laws 2012, LB831, § 15.