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Reduce unnecessary transfers from clinics to EDs

American Nurse

At the University of Alabama (UAB) Hospital, provider and patient complaints about this practice resulted in the formation of a quality improvement (QI) project team to assess the issue and find a solution that provides patients with timely access to appropriate care at an acceptable cost and doesn’t add unnecessary volume to the ED.

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What Is an FNP and What Do Family Nurse Practitioners Do?

Registered Nursing

A Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who provides primary and specialty care to patients of all ages, from infants to older adults. FNPs are trained to diagnose illnesses, develop treatment plans, prescribe medications, and manage overall patient care. Sources U.S.