An APHN is working as an administrator. Which of the following would the nurse most likely be doing?
a. Engaging in consultation and problem solving with individuals, families, and the community
b. Providing direct authority and supervision over the staff and client care
c. Working with doctorate-prepared nurses on research projects
d. Educating the public on current health care practices
ANS: B
The APHN or NP functioning in the role of administrator is often responsible for and has direct authority and supervision over the staff and client care. As a consultant, the APHN engages in consultation and problem solving with individuals, families, and the community. As a researcher, the APHN works with doctorate-prepared nurses on research projects. As an educator, the APHN educates the public on current health care practices.
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