Advanced Practice Nursing, 6thEdition TESTBANKChapter 1: Highlights from the History of Advanced Practice Nursing in the United StatesTest BankMultiple Choice1.In which year did the American Association of College of Nursing (AACN) introduced theDoctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP)?a.2006b.2004c.2000d.2002ANS:BThe AACN introduced the DNP degree in 2004 to prepare advanced practice nurses (APRNs) tomeet challenges and standardize practice beyond master’s degree programs.2.Which of the following is the best explanation for the creation of the Doctorate of NursingPractice (DNP) degree?a.To compete against master’s degree programsb.To ensure standardized curriculum ensuring independent practicec.To validate APRN’s for financial reimbursementd.To address increasing curriculum requirements of master’s degree programsANS:DAlthough all answers are influenced by the DNP core competencies, the DNP program creation in2004 by the AACN was designed to address curriculum requirements of master’s degree programs.3.Which of the following was the first recognized area of advanced practice nursing?a.Clinical Nurse Specialistb.Family nurse practitionerc.Pediatric nurse practitionerd.Certified Registered Nurse AnesthetistPreview Mode
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