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1. An APRN works in a urology clinic under the supervision of a physician who
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does not restrict the types of medications the APRN is allowed to prescribe
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ss State law does not require the APRN to practice under physician supervision
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2. Which factors increase the need for APRNs to have full prescriptive author-
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,d. APRN education is more complex than education for physicians.
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Answer: a. more patients will have access to health care
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3. Which factors could be attributed to limited prescriptive authority
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4. Which aspects support the APRN's provision for full prescriptive authority?
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e. Limiting provision can decrease health care affordability
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ss across state lines in Virginia. Which aspect of practice may change for the
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b. The APRN will have more prescriptive authority in the new position.
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c. The APRN will have equal prescriptive authority in the new position.
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d. The APRN's authority will depend on federal regulations.
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7. How can collaboration with a pharmacist improve positive outcomes
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a. Pharmacists can suggest foods that will help with the patient's condition.
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