Introduction
○ Role and Importance of APRNs in Acute Care
○ Overview of Study Guide Focus
Definition and Scope of APRNs in Acute Care
○ Who Are APRNs?
○ Where They Practice and What They Do
Roles and Responsibilities
○ Clinical Duties and Leadership Functions
○ Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Core Competencies
○ Clinical Skills, Ethics, and Technology Use
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