How do they match: Nurse Practitioners

  • Consult with, or refer patients to, appropriate specialists when conditions exceed the scope of practice or expertise.
  • Diagnose or treat complex, unstable, comorbid, episodic, or emergency conditions in collaboration with other health care providers as necessary.
  • Treat or refer patients for primary care conditions, such as headaches, hypertension, urinary tract infections, upper respiratory infections, and dermatological conditions.

  • Advise patients on effects of health conditions or treatments.
  • Diagnose medical conditions.
  • Examine patients to assess general physical condition.
  • Monitor patient conditions during treatments, procedures, or activities.
  • Train patients, family members, or caregivers in techniques for managing disabilities or illnesses.