DNP Myth vs Fact

Elisabeth Author

DNP Myth vs Fact

As a DNP graduate & a mentor of DNP students, I have heard it all.

DNP VS MYTH

MYTH #1 - Nurses get a DNP degree so that they can be called "Doctor".
MYTH #2 - DNP school is easy.
MYTH #3 - The DNP degree is not useful in clinical practice.
Fact #1 - Most DNP Students desire a greater impact regardless of title.
Fact #2 - DNP program requirements do vary, but most are rigorous.
Fact #3 - DNP students learn to translate evidence into practice by identifying and filling gaps in the healthcare system.

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