Discuss barriers to practice as an APN in one’s state from both a state and national perspective. Research
methods to influence policy change from various forms of competition, state legislative and executive branches
of government and interest groups.
Activity Learning Outcomes
Through this discussion, the student will demonstrate the ability to:
Discuss the history of policy development and policy making in nursing (CO1)
Examine different types of policy and their relationships to healthcare policy (CO1)
Explain current barriers to practice for advanced practice nurses (CO2)
Discuss health policy and methods of lifting barriers to practice (CO2)
Sample Solution
