A nurse wants to become an advanced practice registered nurse. Which options should the nurse consider? (Select all that apply.)
a. Patient advocate
b. Nurse administrator
c. Certified nurse-midwife
d. Clinical nurse specialist
e. Certified nurse practitioner
ANS: C, D, E
Although all nurses should function as patient advocates, "advanced practice nurse" is an umbrella term for an advanced clinical nurse such as a certified nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, certified registered nurse anesthetist, or certified nurse-midwife. A nurse administrator is not an example of advanced practice.
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