A nurse seeking a DNP bases the decision to do so on what information?

QUESTION

A nurse seeking a DNP bases the decision to do so on what information? (Select all that apply.)

1. Nursing is a discipline seeking a higher body of knowledge.
2. Nursing requires the DNP to practice in an advance role.
3. Nursing is a practice requiring skill refinement.
4. Nursing licensure is regulated by each state.
5. Nursing is a practice requiring use of evidence.

ANSWER:

Correct Answer: 1, 3, 5

At the root of the doctoral of nursing practice movement is the rationale that nursing is a discipline seeking a higher body of knowledge, and that nursing is a practice requiring skill refinement and the use of evidence. This is consistent with the doctoral level of other healthcare disciplines. The AACN has taken the position that educational preparation for advanced nursing practice roles should be moved to the doctoral level (DNP) by the year 2015, but that move has not currently been implemented. All nursing licensure at all educational levels is regulated by each individual state and does impact the decision to seek a DNP.