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Arends, Robin; Austin-Ketch, Tammy; Covelli, Asefeh Faraz; Davis, Leslie; Hallas, Donna; Kalmakis, Karen; Kirkland-Kyhn, Holly; Melillo, Karen Devereaux; O'Reilly-Jacob, Monica; Parish, Abby; Rawlett, Kristen; Ricciardi, Richard; Tracy, Christine; Winkelman, Chris; Whitehouse, Christina
doi: 10.1097/jxx.0000000000001011pmid: 38564657
ABSTRACTThis report highlights the 2023–2028 American Association of Nurse Practitioners Research Agenda (AANP-RA), which focuses on the research goals of AANP as an organization and is based on its mission and strategic plan. The purpose of the AANP Research Agenda is to outline research priorities that advance the AANP Strategic Plan and concurrently address gaps in nursing science. American Association of Nurse Practitioners supports research studies that are rigorously designed and conducted using quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods approaches, as well as implementation science with the potential to positively impact both NP practice and patient health outcomes. The AANP-RA strategy is guided by the PEARL acronym: examining NP Practice, Education, policy Advocacy, Research, and Leadership. A discussion of each area is presented along with suggested topics.
Powers, Kelly; Shue-McGuffin, Katherine D.
doi: 10.1097/jxx.0000000000000999pmid: 38294277
ABSTRACTBackground:The high prevalence and negative outcomes associated with skin cancer demand effective strategies to prepare nurse practitioner students to detect cancerous lesions and manage patient care. However, few studies have examined dermatologic simulations to prepare nurse practitioner students to detect and manage skin cancer.Purpose:An exploratory–descriptive qualitative approach was used to examine nurse practitioner students' experiences with simulations involving standardized patients wearing three-dimensional (3-D) prosthetic skin lesions, perceptions of ability to apply the simulations to clinical practice, and preferences for learning dermatologic care.Methodology:A convenience sample of 39 nurse practitioner students participated in simulations with standardized patients wearing 3-D skin lesions. Focus groups were conducted following simulation participation, and thematic analysis was performed by two researchers.Results:Four themes emerged: Simulation provides a safe place to practice, Dermatology should be an integral part of education, Realism makes a difference, and Improved confidence and preparation for practice.Conclusions:Simulations with standardized patients wearing 3-D skin lesion prosthetics provided students the opportunity to assess, diagnose, and manage the care of patients with cancerous skin lesions. Participants valued the realistic practice with dermatologic care and reported improved confidence and preparation for practice.Implications:Faculty can use simulations to provide experiential learning about the provider role in general and as it pertains to skin cancer care. Attention to realism is important to aid in building students' confidence and preparation for practice.
Carnago, Lisa; Knisely, Mitchell R.; Malek, Janet
doi: 10.1097/jxx.0000000000001002pmid: 38330235
ABSTRACTDilemmas regarding opioid prescribing for chronic pain frequently occur within health care settings. The ethical principles of autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, and justice, as well as the principles of care ethics, can assist in addressing these opioid-related dilemmas. The purpose of this clinical case study is to provide a case study highlighting an opioid prescribing dilemma and then identify opioid-related transition considerations; address ethical questions that nurse practitioners (NPs) may encounter in clinical practice when providing care for individuals living with chronic pain who may need or use a prescribed opioid medication; and draw on the ethical principles and care ethics to provide guidance for NPs who face these challenging issues.
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