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2. Family nurse practitioner - Wikipedia

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   A family nurse practitioner (FNP) provides continuing and comprehensive healthcare for the individual and family across all ages, genders, diseases, and body systems. Primary care emphasizes the holistic nature of health and it is based on knowledge of the patient in the context of the family and the community, emphasizing disease prevention ...

3. Nurse practitioner - Wikipedia

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   A nurse practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice registered nurse and a type of mid-level practitioner. [1] [2] NPs are trained to assess patient needs, order and interpret diagnostic and laboratory tests, diagnose disease, prescribe medications and formulate treatment plans. NP training covers basic disease prevention, coordination of care ...

4. Nursing in the United States - Wikipedia

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   In the US, scope of practice is determined by jurisdiction. Each has its own laws, rules, and regulations that describe what nurses with a given qualification may provide. Many jurisdictions have adopted the Model Nursing Practice Act and Model Nursing Administrative Rules created by the National Council of State Nursing Boards (NCSNB). [21]

5. Mid-level practitioner - Wikipedia

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   The legal scope of practice for mid-level practitioners varies greatly among jurisdictions, with some having a restricted and well-defined scope, while others have a scope similar to that of a physician. Likewise, the training requirement for mid-level practitioners varies greatly between and within different certifications and licensures.

6. Scope of practice - Wikipedia

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   In the United States, scope of practice law is determined by the states' legislatures and regulatory boards. [1] [3]According to the National Conference of State Legislatures, non-physician health care providers are providing increasing levels of service to patients, especially in rural and other underserved communities.

7. Jane and Robert Cizik School of Nursing - Wikipedia

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   The BSN to DNP nurse practitioner program admits students to adult/gerontology acute care nurse practitioner and a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner tracks as well as an FNP track. These tracks are also offered as a post-graduate certificate program for MSN- or DNP-prepared nurses who desire additional education and/or role preparation.