the variability in the scope of nurse practitioners among different states and the challenges it presents as the number of NPs providing primary care increases.
Challenges include: patient trust, limitations on prescriptive and signature authority, malpractice liability (if having to practice under a supervising physician)
I would be practicing in New york which has full practice authority
Some states have partial restrictions like PA and some have full restrictions like TX.
Rubric for the paper:
3-4 Pages, APA
5 sources min
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Introduction & Background Introduction of the topic include research, public health data and current trends regarding the role of family nurse practitioners.
25% of total grade
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Discuss what leadership skills you FNP would use in addressing the topic you choose to address the health care needs of individuals across the lifespan and communities
25% of total grade
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Advocacy, Quality Improvement, Social Justice & Health Equity Discuss the role of the FNP in quality improvement initiatives that promote social justice and health equity related to your topic.
25% of total grade
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APA format & References
10% of total grade
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Organization and Clarity
10% of total grade
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Grammar, Spelling, and Mechanics
5% of total grade