What Is the Biggest Obstacle to Advanced Practice RNs (APRNs)practice

question 21

Multiple Choice

What is the biggest obstacle to advanced practice RNs (APRNs) practice?

• A)lack of prescriptive authority in most states
• B)lack of awareness of what APRNs can offer
• C)lack of reimbursement from federal agencies
• D)lack of health care provider support to order diagnostic tests and procedures

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