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Perceptions And Roles Of Genetic Counselors In Perinatal Palliative Care: Where Are We Now?, Amanda Chamberlain
Perceptions And Roles Of Genetic Counselors In Perinatal Palliative Care: Where Are We Now?, Amanda Chamberlain
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After the identification of a life-limiting fetal diagnosis, a perinatal palliative care (PPC) team can provide specialized medical care and emotional support for the family throughout the pregnancy and after delivery. Although the growth of the field of PPC over the last ten years is well-documented, there is only one study to date that explores the experiences of genetic counselors with regards to PPC. This study seeks to further the understanding of genetic counselors’ current perceptions of, experiences with, and roles in the delivery of PPC.
An edited version of the Perinatal Palliative Care Perceptions and Barriers Scale was used …