Discussion: State Practice Agreements
This week you will have an opportunity to evaluate state practice agreements in your state and examine issues related to NP practice.
To prepare:
• Review practice agreements in your state
• Identify at least two physician collaboration issues in your state
Post a brief description of the practice agreements for NPs in your state and the two physician collaboration issues that you identified. Explain what you think are the barriers to NPs practicing independently in your state. Finally, outline a plan for how you might address NP practice issues in your state.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.