Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) are registered nurses who have obtained advanced education and clinical training, allowing them to provide a higher level of care. This category includes Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNSs), Certified Nurse-Midwives (CNMs), and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs). They often specialize in specific patient populations or areas of healthcare, and depending on state regulations, may diagnose illnesses, prescribe medications, and manage patient care independently or collaboratively with physicians.
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