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'''Nurse Practitioners''' (NPs) are advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) who provide primary and specialty healthcare. They are skilled in making diagnoses, offering treatment, and prescribing medications. | '''Nurse Practitioners''' (NPs) are advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) who provide primary and specialty healthcare. They are skilled in making diagnoses, offering treatment, and prescribing medications. | ||
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Discussion on how nurse practitioners contribute to healthcare, including accessibility, patient outcomes, and cost-effectiveness. | Discussion on how nurse practitioners contribute to healthcare, including accessibility, patient outcomes, and cost-effectiveness. | ||
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Revision as of 03:10, 15 November 2023
Nurse Practitioners (NPs) are advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) who provide primary and specialty healthcare. They are skilled in making diagnoses, offering treatment, and prescribing medications.
History and Evolution
The role of nurse practitioners has evolved over the decades, beginning in the mid-20th century. This section should delve into the historical development of the NP profession.
Education and Certification
Detailing the educational requirements, certifications, and specializations available for nurse practitioners.
Scope of Practice
Describes the range of services that NPs provide, which may vary by state and country. This section can also cover the legal aspects of their practice.
Roles and Responsibilities
Explores the various roles NPs hold in healthcare settings, including primary care, acute care, and specialty areas.
Impact on Healthcare
Discussion on how nurse practitioners contribute to healthcare, including accessibility, patient outcomes, and cost-effectiveness.
List of Doctors by state (US)
This is a list of Nurse practitioners with table column headers that are sortable. You can simply click on the column header in order to re-arrange the information such as by state, specialty or years of experience etc.
WikiMD's Doctor Finder - click on a state or territory.
