Discuss Use of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)

question 9

Essay

Discuss use of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) website to ensure understanding of the nurse practitioner's (NP's) scope of practice.

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Definitions:

Patient Self Determination Act

A U.S. law that ensures patients are informed of their rights to make decisions about their medical care, including the right to accept or refuse treatment.

Advanced Directive

A legal document that outlines a person's wishes regarding medical treatment in the event they become unable to communicate these decisions themselves.

Medical Decisions

Choices made regarding health care, including treatments, procedures, and managing health conditions.

State Licensure Laws

Regulations established by each state in the USA that define the requirements for obtaining and maintaining a license to practice various professions, including healthcare professions.