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The nurse practitioner: role, physician utilization, patient acceptance.

J I Levine, S T Orr, D W Sheatsley

    Nursing Research
    |July 1, 1978
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    This 1974 study found nurse practitioners (NPs) effectively performed diverse tasks, with most physicians satisfied with their performance. Patients also reported high satisfaction and comfort with NP care, supporting their integration into healthcare.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nursing
    • Healthcare Administration
    • Medical Education

    Background:

    • The role and effectiveness of nurse practitioners (NPs) in healthcare delivery were emerging in the 1970s.
    • Evaluating training programs and practical application was crucial for NP integration.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the University of Virginia's nurse practitioner training programs.
    • To determine the effectiveness and responsibilities of nurse practitioners in various practice settings.
    • To analyze NP time allocation and performance from physician and patient perspectives.

    Main Methods:

    • A comprehensive study was conducted in 1974, collecting data from NPs in Virginia and the Philadelphia metropolitan area.
    • Analysis included NP time allocation across duties and performance evaluations by physicians and patients.

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    Main Results:

    • Nurse practitioners performed a wide range of clinical and non-clinical tasks.
    • Physicians expressed general satisfaction with NP performance, though some discrepancies in perceived duties existed.
    • A high percentage of physicians indicated willingness to rehire NPs, citing various reasons.
    • Patients reported satisfaction and comfort with care provided by nurse practitioners.

    Conclusions:

    • The study demonstrated the effectiveness and broad utility of nurse practitioners in diverse healthcare settings.
    • Physician and patient satisfaction suggests a positive reception and integration of NPs into medical teams.
    • Findings supported the value of NP training programs and their contribution to patient care.