A woman with hypertension is concerned that if she sees the nurse practitioner (an advanced practice nurse),only her hypertension will be assessed,and she is worried that another health problem may not be diagnosed.What should the nurse tell the patient regarding nurse practitioners' scope of practice as it relates to diagnosis?

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Nurse practitioners focus on primary care and health promotion, including diagnosis. While they are capable of diagnosing and treating common health problems, they may refer patients to other healthcare providers for specialized care or consultations. Nurse practitioners are also able to write prescriptions, but their scope of practice and role differ from physicians.

A Woman with Hypertension Is Concerned That If She Sees