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Suturing and casting as a NP

I was looking at few NP programs online but none seemed to mention suturing or casting. I assumed that a NP could do so. Is or isn't part of the scope of practice?

Thank you for your replies.

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Splinting is done by nurses in many ERs. Full casts are not usually applied because of swelling. The patient usually has a follow-up with the orthpedic surgeon a few days later. Depends on the facility where you are working.

I am currently working on my FNP and both suturing and casting were included as a set of core skills/procedures that are essential for primary care providers. Many skills taught in NP programs will still require exposure and development of expertise with a preceptor or on the job while working with an experienced provider.

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Thank you for the latest replies.

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I was finally able to get the answer. There is not a specific course for suturing and casting for a NP but it is covered is the " health assessement" courses.

Emory's ERNP program has info online

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