The role of advanced practice nurses in improving healthcare outcomes for patients with chronic kidney disease: A scoping review protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The number of patients with chronic kidney disease is increasing worldwide; previous studies have suggested that advanced practice nurses, including nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists, with expert practice skills can provide high-quality care and solve complex healthcare problems. In general, nurse practitioners are generalist nurses who work as autonomous clinicians with whole personal care. Clinical nurse specialists, in contrast, are nurses with advanced nursing knowledge and skills for individuals or specific populations. Their roles are independent and different; however, similarities exist in their role in potentially improving healthcare outcomes. Although two previous studies described the role of nephrology nurse practitioners, they were system

SUBMITTER: Nozu H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10994302 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature