Journal of pediatric health care : official publication of National Association of Pediatric Nurse Associates & Practitioners
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J Pediatr Health Care · Jan 2007
State regulations for the pediatric nurse practitioner in acute care.
In response to economic factors affecting health care costs in caring for acutely ill children, pediatric nurse practitioner (PNP) practice has expanded to include the acute care pediatric nurse practitioner (PNP-AC). With this change in practice and in educational preparation, there have been changes in credentialing, certification, and, in some cases, state regulations. This study was conducted to clarify the state regulations for the PNP-AC. ⋯ Because this is an area that is changing rapidly, PNPs working in acute care settings need to stay abreast of changes in their state requirements.