NSG 3039 Hamric and Hanson's Advanced Practice Nursing 6th Edition New Update 2023 Chapter 1: Highlights from the History of Advanced Practice Nursing in the UnitedStates Test Bank Multiple Choice In which year did the American Association of College of Nursing (AACN) introduced theDoctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP)? a. 2006 b. 2004 c. 2000 d. 2002 ANS: B The AACN introduced the DNP degree in 2004 to prepare advanced practice nurses (APRNs) tomeet challenges and standardize practice beyond masters degree programs. Which of the following is the best explanation for the creation of the Doctorate of NursingPractice (DNP) degree?NSG 3039 Hamric and Hanson's Advanced Practice Nursing 6th Edition New Update 2023 To compete against masters degree programs To ensure standardized curriculum ensuring independent practice To validate APRNs for financial reimbursement To address increasing curriculum requirements of masters degree programs ANS: D Although all answers are influenced by the DNP core competencies, the DNP program creation in2004 by the AACN was designed to address curriculum requirements of masters degree programs. Which of the following was the first recognized area of advanced practice nursing? Clinical Nurse Specialist Family nurse practitioner Pediatric nurse practitioner Certified Registered Nurse AnesthetistNSG 3039 Hamric and Hanson's Advanced