When researching advanced practice nursing options, a nursing student discovers that
a. Nurse practitioners may work as independent practitioners.
b. Certified nurse midwives have limited prescriptive authority.
c. Clinical nurse specialists typically provide primary care services.
d. The Doctorate in Nursing Practice emphasizes the importance of research.
ANS: A
Nurse practitioners may work as independent practitioners and can be reimbursed by Medicare or Medicaid for services rendered. Certified nurse midwives have prescriptive authority in some form in all states. Clinical nurse specialists may provide primary care services, but often work in consultation, research, education, and administration. The Doctorate in Nursing Practice role is a clinical role.
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