Journal of advanced nursing
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This article is a report of a study exploring older first-time mothers' perceptions of health during their transition to menopause. ⋯ Nurses, nurse practitioners and midwives will increasingly be caring for midlife mothers and need to understand the unique issues of older mothers to offer education and health promotion that support healthy transitions to menopause.
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Comparative Study
Paediatric nurse practitioner managed cardiology clinics: patient satisfaction and appointment access.
This article summarizes a comparative study of patient/family satisfaction and appointment wait times in physician managed vs. paediatric nurse practitioner managed cardiology clinics. ⋯ Paediatric nurse practitioner managed cardiology clinics are a strategic solution for improving patient access and facilitating high quality patient care while earning high levels of patient satisfaction. This healthcare delivery model illustrates the potential for expanded utilization of advanced practice nurses.