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QUESTION

Compare and contrast the two definitions of advanced practice nursing as defined by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) DNP Essentials, the APRN consensus model, and as defined in your textbook.

Explain the two factors you think are the most important in your textbook’s definition of advanced practice nursing.