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A Day in the Life of a Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner
I’ve been a family nurse practitioner (FNP) for almost 10 years. In that time, I’ve worked in family medicine, long-term care, and (currently) pediatric primary care. The FNP specialization is so versatile and I love all of the opportunities it provides! In this post, I’ll walk you through what it’s like to work in a READ MORE
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DEI in Healthcare: 5 FAQs for Nurse Practitioners
You’ve probably heard a lot of talk about DEI in healthcare (otherwise known as diversity, equity, and inclusion). But what does that mean, and why is it important? At SMNP Reviews and Blueprint Test Prep, we believe in the power of DEI initiatives and hopefully that reflects in our NP board prep courses and Qbanks. READ MORE
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4 Common Communication Challenges for New NPs
There are so many facets to nurse practitioner practice beyond the knowledge to diagnose and manage patient conditions. A large part of NP practice is communication, especially with patients! You’ll be a patient advocate and educator, but it’s not always easy to communicate with confidence, and you might not feel comfortable or prepared to deliver difficult READ MORE
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6 Tips for Communicating with Patients as an NP
Nurse practitioners are great communicators. Because of our time as nurses before we step into the advanced practice role, we gain a lot of experience learning how to talk to patients. But no matter your experience or comfort level with talking to patients, there are always opportunities to become a better communicator! In this post, READ MORE
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Best Apps for Nurse Practitioners: Studying, Scheduling, Note-Taking, & More
Want to order groceries directly to your door? There’s an app for that! Want to edit your vacation photos? There’s an app for that! Want to know exactly when to take a bathroom break during a movie so that you don’t miss anything important? Yep, there’s an app for that! (Seriously, there is.) And yes, READ MORE
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Test Your Knowledge with These FREE FNP Practice Questions!
Hey NP students! 👋 Looking for some FREE practice questions? Take this 5-question quiz with FNP practice questions, just like the ones you’ll find in the SMNP Primary Care Qbank! Let’s get started 💪 Take a Look into the SMNP Primary Care Qbank! Designed specifically for FNP and AGPCNP students, our Primary Care Nursing Qbank READ MORE