Nurse Practitioner
/ˈnɜrs prækˌtɪʃənər/
Definitions
- (n.) A legally authorized healthcare professional who provides advanced nursing care, including diagnosis and treatment, often with prescriptive authority.
The nurse practitioner conducted the patient’s initial evaluation and prescribed medication.
Forms
- nurse practitioner
- nurse practitioners
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Commentary
Term usage varies by jurisdiction; scope of practice and prescriptive authority for nurse practitioners are defined by statute or regulation.
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.