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Chapter 1: Highlights from the History of Advanced Practice Nursing in the United States Test Bank Multiple Choice 1. In which year did the American Association of College of Nursing (AACN) introduced the Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP)? a. 2006 b. 2004 c. 2000 d. 2002 ANS: B The AACN introduced the DNP degree in 2004 to prepare advanced practice nurses (APRNs) to meet challenges and standardize practice beyond master’s degree programs. 2. Which of the following is the best explanation for the creation of the Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree? a. To compete against master’s degree programs b. To ensure standardized curriculum ensuring independent practice c. To validate APRN’s for financial reimbursement d. To address increasing curriculum requirements of master’s degree programs ANS: D Although all answers are influenced by the DNP core competencies, the DNP program creation in 2004 by the AACN was designed to address curriculum requirements of master’s degree programs. 3. Which of the following was the first recognized area of advanced practice nursing?
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