Abstract
Role delineation study of advanced practice nursing, a cross-sectional study of practice domains and trends in role functions
Highlights
IntroductionConsiderable confusion exists within the international nursing profession about the terminology used to describe these new Advanced practice Nursing (APN) roles, their role function and their scope of practice
The expansion of professional roles has been probed as an innovative solution across some countries in order to help address healthcare integration, coordination, continuity, access and health care sustainability
A few differences were found between the original English version of the modified Advanced Practice Role Delineation (APRD) tool and its Spanish translation
Summary
Considerable confusion exists within the international nursing profession about the terminology used to describe these new APNs roles, their role function and their scope of practice. In Spain, some expert nurses have evolved and adapted to international standards without the official acknowledgment in professional and academic terms that other countries have. The evolution of these expert nurses shares the confusion with the international nursing profession regarding functions and activities in the health care system that could affect the continuity and integration of healthcare services and patientsoutcomes
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