Barriers that have slowed down the progress of advanced practice nursing and strategies

 

 

Describe three barriers that have slowed down the progress of advanced practice nursing and strategies to help overcome these barriers. (Saunders, 2014)

 

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Based on the work of Saunders (2014) and contemporary nursing scholarship, the progress of Advanced Practice Nursing (APN) has been hindered by a combination of regulatory, economic, and professional challenges.

The following three barriers are central to the delay in APN advancement, along with strategic solutions to overcome them.

Even in 2026, the primary barrier remains the "patchwork" of state-to-state regulations. While some states allow Full Practice Authority (FPA), others require "collaborative agreements" with physicians, which restricts the APN's ability to practice to the full extent of their education and training.Even in 2026, the primary barrier remains the "patchwork" of state-to-state regulations. While some states allow Full Practice Authority (FPA), others require "collaborative agreements" with physicians, which restricts the APN's ability to practice to the full extent of their education and training.