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In Part 1 of this series, we explored the foundational strategies that Nurse Practitioners (NPs) can use to protect themselves from malpractice claims, such as thorough documentation, staying within the scope of practice, and effective patient communication. Now, let’s take a closer look at some...
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Nurse Practitioners (NPs) are a vital part of the healthcare system, providing patient-centered care across a wide variety of specialties. However, with this increased responsibility comes an equally heightened risk of legal challenges, including malpractice claims. While most NPs strive to deliver...
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A cross-sectional data study involving 22,273 RNs, over 550 hospitals, and data from more than 1.4 million patients sought to determine “whether involving more nurse practitioners (NPs) in inpatient care produces better outcomes…” The answer is a resounding YES. Among the findings comparing...
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Motivational interviewing (MI) is a counseling approach that was initially applied to address drinking behavior. At its core, it helps reduce patients’ ambivalence and move them toward action through use of their own intrinsic motivation.
Over the years, MI has been applied broadly across...
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Medication assisted therapy (MAT) for addiction has been available since 2000. Up until 2016, physicians have been the only healthcare providers able to prescribe buprenorphine for opioid addiction. On July 22, 2016, President Obama signed into law the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA)...