Single Biggest Cancer Dictionary in the World

What is

nurse practitioner

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Pronunciation: /nərs prækˈtɪʃənər/

nurse practitioner

Definition

A registered nurse who has additional education and training in how to diagnose and treat disease. Nurse practitioners are licensed at the state level and certified by national nursing organizations. In cancer care, a nurse practitioner may manage the primary care of patients and their families, based on a practice agreement with a doctor. Also called advanced practice nurse, APN, and NP.