By
Ann Hamric, PhD, RN, FAAN, Associate Dean for Academic Programs and Professor, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Nursing, Richmond, Virginia
Judith Spross, PhD, RN, AOCN, FAAN, Professor, College of Nursing and Health Professions, University of Southern Maine, Portland, ME
Charlene Hanson, EdD, RN, CS, FNP, FAAN, Professor Emerita, School of Nursing, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, Georgia
Description
Covering all advanced practice competencies and roles, this book offers strategies for enhancing patient care and legitimizing your role
within today’s health care system. It covers the history of advanced practice nursing, the theory behind the practice, and emerging issues.
Offering a comprehensive exploration of advanced practice nursing, this edition also adds a focus on topics including the APN scope of
practice, certification, and the ethical and legal issues that occur in clinical practice.
