Problem
Part I
Advocacy and Policy Reform
Compare and contrast three nursing advocates who have brought about change to public policy. What future changes need to be made to succeed as a profession of nursing advocates for healthcare policy reform?
Part II
Topic: Regulating Professional Practice
Compare the roles of state board of nursing with the role of professional organizations in regulating professional practice. What are the major methods of credentialing? List the benefits and weaknesses of each method from the standpoint of protecting the public and the protection of the professional scope of practice.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.