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Facts And Fallacies: The Practice Doctorate, A. Sperhac, Patricia Clinton
Facts And Fallacies: The Practice Doctorate, A. Sperhac, Patricia Clinton
Patricia K. Clinton
In the past year there has been continued discussion within professional organizations regarding the emergence of the practice doctorate. This in turn has caused concerns among some nurse practitioners. The purpose of this article is to provide an overview of the practice doctorate, current progress and development of the concept, and the potential impact on practicing pediatric and other nurse practitioners.
National Agenda For Advanced Practice Nursing: The Practice Doctorate, Patricia Clinton, A. Sperhac
National Agenda For Advanced Practice Nursing: The Practice Doctorate, Patricia Clinton, A. Sperhac
Patricia K. Clinton
The purpose of this article was to provide the background and rationale for the practice doctorate in nursing. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing's Position Statement on the Practice Doctorate in Nursing, approved in October 2004, will be discussed. Outlined are some of the changes that will be needed in education, regulation, and advanced practice. Common questions and concerns that advanced practice nurses have, including titling, salary, and transitioning to the doctor of nursing practice degree, will be addressed.