Defining the characteristics of the nurse practitioner role.
The role of the nurse practitioner (NP) has recently expanded and is now recognised in a range of health care delivery settings including primary care. In addition, the last few years have seen a proliferation of use of the NP title. This article outlines a set of competencies that aim to bring clarity to the role.
Department of general practice and primary care, Guy's, King's and St Thomas' School of Medicine, London.
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