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1. Just wondering NP & PA

   eddoc replied to physio's topic in NP

   Physio: Both models have their strengths although I think Z derides the value of science way too much for my comfort. I have taught both NP and PA students and, in a gross oversimplificiation, would say that the nursing model overemphasizes the psyc...

2. Pediatric examination standards I don't understand

   eddoc replied to Shuck's topic in Pediatric

   No, I'm sorry but she is not providing the young women with the standard of care. Although less common, females can have inguinal hernias and one cannot do a good scoliosis check while fully dressed - and that's just for starters. She is doing her ...

3. Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant?

   eddoc replied to arelle68's topic in General Nursing

   I can only use my limited experience to reply. My content area was afforded ~ 45 hours in the PA program and 8 in the FNP program. The FNP program approached the "medical" issues from a bio/psycho/social perspective. They clearly had a great deal ...

4. Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant?

   eddoc replied to arelle68's topic in General Nursing

   Not sure how I stumbled on to this discussion but it has been a fascinating stroll. Can you spell "cognitive dissonance?" It is patently clear that but for a few discussants, having made your career choice you are, like reformed smokers, intolerant...