The Role of Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in Enhancing Quality and Minimizing Costs: A Literature Review
Abstract
Modern healthcare is premised on the dependency of NPs... A case study of the services provided by NPs and MDs. The outcomes of patient care in nurse practitioner leader models. Satisfaction of the patients with services of their NP. Nurse practitioners effectiveness in health care and economic benefits of care. Reduced the re-hospitalization and patient visits to the ER as a result of the intervention of the NPs. Contribution of NPs in preventive care and basic care. The services of nurse practitioners can be used to enhance access and equity. NP input to chronic diseases. Nurse practitioners rule, regulations and national practice guideline. Increasing the efficiency of the system and resources with the help of NP roles.
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