case manager Correct Answers A health professional who
advocates for the patient to receive the most appropriate
treatment with acceptable quality in the most effective manner
and appropriate setting at the best price
community needs assessment Correct Answers A process for
identifying and quantifying opportunities for improvement in a
community.
Homeostasis Correct Answers a state of equilibrium with one's
environment.
Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Correct Answers a registered nurse
who has advanced education and certification to administer
anesthesia without direct physician supervision
Nurse Midwife (CNM) Correct Answers a registered nurse
who has advanced education and certification to practice
uncomplicated obstetrical care, including normal spontaneous
vaginal delivery, without direct physician supervision.
Nurse Practitioner (NP) Correct Answers A registered nurse
who has advanced education and certification to carry out
expanded healthcare evaluation and decision making regarding
patient care; boundaries of independent practice are set by state
laws; nurse practitioners are certified in primary care or acute
and specialty care