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10 Cards in this Set
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What are the types and lengths of Registered Nurse programs?
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1. Associate degree (ADN) program (2-year educational program)
2. Diploma program (3-year educational program) 3. Baccalaureate nursing program (4-year educational program) |
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What are the two classifications of the role of RNs?
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Independent (what distinguishes LPNs from RNs)
Interdependent |
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What does the independent RN role entail?
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1. Initiating and carry out nursing activities
2. Ultimate responsibility for care given to patients |
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What does the interdependent RN role entail?
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1. Carrying out the legal orders of another health professional
2. Carrying out decisions about patient care that are made jointly by members of the health care team |
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What opportunities are available after graduating from an ADN program?
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1. BSN completion program
2. Certification 3. Advanced practice registered nurse (clinical nurse specialist, nurse practitioner, etc.) 4. Master of Nursing programs 5. Doctoral degree programs |
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How is certification different from the licensing process?
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A license ensures minimal entry competence. A certificate demonstrates advanced or specialized competence, usually after a certain amount of work experience.
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What opportunities are there for MSNs?
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Nurses with master’s degrees can be employed in a variety of settings such as nursing schools, hospitals, and other settings as administrators or clinical specialists.
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What opportunities are there for Doctoral degree program graduates?
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Nurses with doctoral degrees are usually involved with teaching and research, but some are actively involved in advanced clinical practice, usually within large academic medical centers.
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What is the length of training programs for LPNs?
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9-18 months
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What type of role does the LPN play in the healthcare setting?
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Interdependent role:
Provide patient care under general supervision of an RN, physician, podiatrist, or dentist Assume responsibility for nursing actions within their legal role and competency |
