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    American Psychological Association initiated a different set of guidelines for forensic psychologists to follow. In 1991, the Specialty Guidelines for Forensic Psychologists were developed and published. These guidelines were set into place to help forensic psychologists provide guidance on professional conduct within the legal system and other organizations (Specialty Guidelines for Forensic Psychology, 2010). Forensic psychologists must maintain objectivity and professionalism at all times, never

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    flu shot without my sister even noticing it. I found it so unique how a nurse could be playful with kids when they’re scared. I like working with kids so I know that this particular field is perfect for me. Pediatric nursing did not develop as a specialty in the United States until the nineteenth century. Before this time, children received very little healthcare. In fact, only wealthy families could afford medical attention. Most children were cared for at home by family members or neighbors used

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    military are good, there are also some changes that are lacking in the interest of the Soldiers. This is because for those who have had their military occupational specialty placed on the chopping block, either to be phased out or merged into a different specialty. When asked my opinion on the subject of an engineer military occupational specialty that should be deleted, I would have to say none of them. As an engineer, we play a vital role in the United States Army. There are many reasons I think they

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    Clay HS101 Professor Stewart Abstract A Nurse Practitioner has a very serious job. Being a nurse practitioner is not a job for someone who is not willing to work hard and be ready for anything at any moments notice. There are many different specialties to being a nurse practitioner such as emergency care, pediatric. Nurse practitioners work long hours and can work anywhere, from a doctor’s office to a hospital. Introduction Becoming a nurse practitioner is a common career now a day. There are

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    anesthetists, or nurse midwives who all play a pivotal role based on different set of clinical skills and knowledge to impact in the future of health care. The educational qualifications of APRNs role must be at least up to the graduate level. Other RN specialty identified included; nurse educator, nurse informaticist, nurse administrator, nurse executive, nurse manager, and clinical nurse leader. Learning the evolution of APN helped me understand where the practice started and where it is heading. The

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    The Life of a Nurse Practitioner I’ve always loved helping people, so when I tore my ACL and saw the painful journey up close, I realized how much I wanted to be a part of other people’s healing process. When I was at the hospital, I had an up close view of these nurses and doctors at work. This got me interested in health sciences. To be able to support others every day seems like the right career for me. In consideration of this interest, will becoming a nurse practitioner fulfill my need to help

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    In the fall of 2008, my life changed dramatically when my daughter was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus at eighteen months old. Who could have known that a single drop of blood could be the powerful catalyst for me to become the woman that I am today? Early in my daughter’s diagnosis, I found myself working side by side with my daughter’s health care providers, no longer just a mom, but an integral part of the team that would help her to have a “normal” life. From the night of her diagnosis

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    nurse practitioner will play an important role in serving the elderly population. Unfortunately, it is felt that gerontology is a specialty not viewed as important as others. According to de Chesney & Anderson, senior citizens are among the most vulnerable in any society, including the United States (2012). Many practitioners choose more glamorous or exciting specialties when beginning their careers. With an increasingly aging baby boomer population, and a demand for primary care givers, a graduate

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    paper the author will explore the core competency similarities and differences of a nurse practitioner and a nurse educator. Nurse educators and nurse practitioners are registered nurses that possess advanced education, skills, and experience. Each specialty nurse has defined scopes of practice with distinct sets of responsibilities, requirements, and skills. Each role represents distinct educational requirements and activities that contribute to the complex and diverse health care industry. Nurse educators

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    Although advanced nursing practice is a broad field with several roles defined within, the author of this essay has identified the role of the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) as the focus for this assignment. The FNP role was selected as it is the specialty track in which the author is furthering his professional nursing education. The Family Nurse Practitioner is a Registered Nurse (RN) who possesses advanced clinical training, skills, and competencies acquired through the completion of a Master’s

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