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1. The Role of the RN APRN in Policy Evaluation
The Role of the RN APRN in Policy EvaluationThe Role of the RN APRN in Policy
EvaluationIn the Module 4 Discussion, you considered how professional nurses can become
involved in policy-making. A critical component of any policy design is evaluation of the
results. How comfortable are you with the thought of becoming involved with such
matters?Some nurses may be hesitant to get involved with policy evaluation. The
preference may be to focus on the care and well-being of their patients; some nurses may
feel ill-equipped to enter the realm of policy and political activities. However, as you have
examined previously, who better to advocate for patients and effective programs and
polices than nurses? Already patient advocates in interactions with doctors and leadership,
why not with government and regulatory agencies?In this Discussion, you will reflect on the
role of professional nurses in policy evaluation.To Prepare:In the Module 4 Discussion, you
considered how professional nurses can become involved in policy-making.Review the
Resources and reflect on the role of professional nurses in policy evaluation.By Day 3 of
Week 9Post an explanation of at least two opportunities that currently exist for RNs and
APRNs to actively participate in policy review. Explain some of the challenges that these
opportunities may present and describe how you might overcome these challenges. Finally,
recommend two strategies you might make to better advocate for or communicate the
existence of these opportunities. Be specific and provide examples.ORDER NOW FOR
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2. paper and print out using dark ink. If it is hard to read your essay, it will also be hard to
follow your argument.