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5 Risk Control Considerations as Nurse Practitioners’ Scope of Practice Expands

Minority Nurse

Since 2023, 27 states and the District of Columbia have granted NPs full practice authority (AANP, 2023). Courts increasingly recognize NPs as independent providers, which affects how liability is assigned in medical malpractice cases. increase compared to the average total incurred in the 2017 dataset ($300,506). Documentation.

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Nuclear Verdicts in Obstetrics Show the Risk of Malpractice Claims — What Are the Root Causes?

Relias

One of the most pressing issues today is the rise of “nuclear verdicts” in obstetrics — staggering malpractice awards that exceed $10 million. The rise of nuclear verdicts in obstetrics Obstetrics has always been a high-risk area for medical malpractice. With the complex nature of childbirth, the stakes are incredibly high.

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Steps to Earn a Legal Nurse Consultant Certification in 2023

Nurse Code

Registered Nurses maintain the state licensure every two years through continuing education and professional development programs. AALNC also provides recertification programs, online continuing education, and webinars to promote professional growth among LNCs. You can also leverage the many online job sites.