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    Accelerated Masters with no Nursing background

    BostonFNP replied to Katie_dogluvr's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The article was already posted. Stanik-Hutt, J., Newhouse, R. P., White, K. M., Johantgen, M., Bass, E. B., Zangaro, G., ... & Weiner, J. P. (2013). The quality and effectiveness of care provided...
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    Is it possible to go through fnp program online and have newborn and toddler?

    BostonFNP replied to *Butterfly8*'s topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I would add, make sure you have shadowed some NPs are are completely sure that it's what you want. Only do it if you have a passion for the role, don't do it for money or pride or "just
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    Accelerated Masters with no Nursing background

    BostonFNP replied to Katie_dogluvr's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Advanced practice nurse is a term for NPs, CNMWs, CNS, and CRNAs. All NPs are APNs but not all APNs are NPs. Not all nurses with MSNs or DNPs/PhDs are NPs or APNs. Nurses with MSNs or DNPs that have...
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    Accelerated Masters with no Nursing background

    BostonFNP replied to Katie_dogluvr's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    There have been many studies and they have all demonstrated consistent results, which is comparable outcomes using different designs and different outcome measures. Every peer-reviewed published study...
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    Accelerated Masters with no Nursing background

    BostonFNP replied to Katie_dogluvr's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    "We should start a new thread and discuss this" Exactly what part of that makes you think "censor"? Accelerated typically indicates simply an accelerated timeline: more credits/semester, no summer...
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    Accelerated Masters with no Nursing background

    BostonFNP replied to Katie_dogluvr's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    We should start a new thread and discuss this because the "limitations" you mention really have very little impact on the validity of the studies when viewed from a population level. They are "talking...
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    Accelerated Masters with no Nursing background

    BostonFNP replied to Katie_dogluvr's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    We are all equally astounded by nurses who don't seem to comprehend outcomes vs education. The PP was discussing outcomes data not length of education. The OP is looking for career advice not a...
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    Accelerated Masters with no Nursing background

    BostonFNP replied to Katie_dogluvr's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I had no idea you were not an NP. I doubt the OP has any idea you are not an NP. You have every right to your opinion and you have whomever you desire manage your care but I am not quite sure how...
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    Accelerated Masters with no Nursing background

    BostonFNP replied to Katie_dogluvr's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I understand that you "firmly believe it". Out of curiosity, how long have you been working as an NP? In acute care or primary care? In your practice experience, do you feel the role of an APN is more...
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    Is it possible to go through fnp program online and have newborn and toddler?

    BostonFNP replied to *Butterfly8*'s topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    The question really shouldn't be if it is possible or not; just about anything is possible. The real question is whether it is best for you and your family. You are making a big investment in yourself...
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    Accelerated Masters with no Nursing background

    BostonFNP replied to Katie_dogluvr's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It's not really an illogical argument at all. The PP was discussing the provider role of APNs compared to MD/DOs. I think we all agree that practical experience is important, but ion the role you are...
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    Accelerated Masters with no Nursing background

    BostonFNP replied to Katie_dogluvr's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    And what is "being a nurse"? Nurses fill many roles from bedside roles to advanced practice roles to administrative roles. The OP never mentioned not wanting to "be a nurse" just not wanting to be at...
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    Drug urine test after 12 hour shift

    BostonFNP replied to Kallie3006's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Get a lawyer and contact your malpractice insurance. There is something that doesn't add up in the story and I hope your lawyer will be able to fill those gaps for you. It sounds like the wait was...
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    AANP National Conference

    BostonFNP replied to MikeFNPC's topic in Advanced Practice

    I remember going to my first national conference and being inspired. I think it is a good experience for the novice NP. I was disappointed with the quality of many of the didactics though and I have...
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    Needing encouragement, continue with school?

    BostonFNP replied to blueindigo79's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    How many NPs have you
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    Realistically, do I have a chance at a direct entry-level MSN program? :(

    BostonFNP replied to cn4207's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    This is repeated all the time but often time is not the
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    Afrin Re-Use - How many days?

    BostonFNP replied to nurselove757's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Extant data says three days. That is based on animal models though. It's only minimally effective
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    Is it bad or unprofessional to hide from drug company reps

    BostonFNP replied to Goldenfox's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    If I have time I will give them a minute or two, they can be a valuable resource at times. If I don't, I have no problem just saying "no time today, need a quick signature?" . If you really dislike...
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    Do nurse practioners round with doctors?

    BostonFNP replied to RN to be soon's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    As above, I round
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    Labs for viral vs bacterial infection

    BostonFNP replied to Matt8700's topic in Advanced Practice

    Are you an
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    "I have a PhD, I know more than you do!"

    BostonFNP replied to MendedHeart's topic in General Nursing

    It is not illegal. There are ethical considerations but for non-controlled substances it is often overlooked. If she was picking up the script and was also the prescriber then the pharmacist could...
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    Brigham nurses threaten to strike. Paid $106,000 on average, demand more.

    BostonFNP replied to RockMay's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    1. If you were "about to graduate" in March and in June you aren't a PA, that explains a lot. 2. The RN's are following their union orders and don't have much of any individual choice. It matter...
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    Brigham nurses threaten to strike. Paid $106,000 on average, demand more.

    BostonFNP replied to RockMay's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    The union is flexing their muscle to get more for the nurses. The hospital is digging in their heals to maximize their profit. What are you so surprised about? Thats what every union and every...
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    A Headache is not an emergency

    BostonFNP replied to Patient4life's topic in Emergency

    I work in primary care (adults only) and often I am the only provider in the clinic. I often have to make the decision when patients call with chest pain, shortness of breath, stroke symptoms, system...
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    A Headache is not an emergency

    BostonFNP replied to Patient4life's topic in Emergency

    A headache is not an emergency, except for when it is