Q1. Do you agree that the AACN essentials should be taught at all levels of nursing education?
Q2. What are the advantages?
Q3. Are there any disadvantages?
Q4. How can you incorporate this education into your everyday practice now and once you are in a leadership or advanced practice role? Give specific examples using the Essentials reviewed.
How would it be valuable for future preceptors or educators to incorporate the Essentials into educational experiences?
Q5. Have you been mentored by or witnessed advanced practice nurses in the past who clearly incorporated these competencies into their practice? In what way?
Q6. What are ways APNs can advocate for social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion?
Q7. Be sure to include specific sub-competencies in your post.
Give a brief summary of the article, then critically analyze the content. Refer to the learning activities overview in the student resources.
Remember, even though this is an opinion/experience-based discussion topic, scholarly references ARE required to support your statements. See the learning activities overview and discussion rubric for discussion expectations.