I think we should take action and petition the credentialing bodies to remove the credentials of the FOR PROFIT schools, or atleast raise the the dang standard. Letters flooding in would surely get...
Is it not ironic to argue for more science courses when someone also states there is already insufficient time to learn what is already required? This is the exact reason why I support the terminal...
I agree with psychguy, but he most likely does not remember the mechanism of action to dipeptidyl peptidas-4 inhibitors because he hardly prescribes it therapeutically (outside continue home mess)....
For anonymity if you really want to know just PM me. I am quite proud of my school but due to the size of enrolled students I could be inevitably giving away my name. Good luck in your program...
I am presently finishing up my Nurse Practitioner education at one of the best NP schools in the South East, and I had to take a whole semester long class on reading general films (chest and...
On a personal note though I do support PAs getting a doctorate if they want to. This article was interesting to read and it will be even more interesting to see where things evolve to in the
In addition, this could work out for the best for all parties. If Phyiscian assistants can obtain independent practice through doctorate education the medical community wouldn't have much of an...
Psychguy I really respect your knowledge and comments here on allnurses, but in all do respect I believe off label was referencing capability. Because I wouldn't want anyone who couldn't get an A to...
Thank you for your reply. I completely agree with you that for new graduates whom have had only a few years of RN experience should undergo a fellowship/residency of some sort. We have a duty to our...
This is a topic for those whom have already graduated Nurse Practitioner school; what was your experience? Did you find NP school to be more difficult, as difficulty, or less difficult than nursing...
Since I can't vote I'll state my opinion. I believe a NP should have two-four times on boards. The range is for extraneous variables do to life. If a NP fails on their fourth they must do some serious...
How many times does the "allnurses" community think it is okay to retake the board exams prior to remediation? For instance what's everyone's opinion on having to take boards six or more times?...