With the increased use of HIT in health care settings, nurses are asked to participate in the development of national, state, and local policy. How can nurses gain practical experience in policy shaping and development?
1. Internships
2. Continuing education programs
3. Online legal courses
4. Volunteer in a homeless shelter
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Rationale: Nurses can gain the training and expertise in policy development in a number of ways. There are internships provided by a number of agencies that offer nurses the opportunity to learn about policy initiatives from a front line perspective. Health care professionals interested in health policy beyond the course content offered in formal nursing programs should explore educational opportunities offered through the Institute of Medicine the Health Policy Educational Programs and Fellowships (HPEPF) office.
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