1. What are the main goals of graduate study for advanced nursing practice? Some possible answers are: - To develop advanced knowledge and skills in a specialized area of nursing practice, such as primary care, acute care, mental health, gerontology, etc. - To prepare for leadership roles in nursing practice, education, research, administration, policy, or advocacy. - To contribute to the advancement of nursing science and evidence-based practice through scholarly inquiry and dissemination. - To collaborate with other health professionals and stakeholders to improve health outcomes and quality of care for diverse populations and settings. 2. What are some of the benefits and challenges of pursuing graduate study for advanced nursing practice? Some possible answers are: - Benefits: increased career opportunities, professional recognition, personal satisfaction, intellectual growth, lifelong learning, enhanced autonomy and accountability, improved patient outcomes and quality of care, etc. - Challenges: financial cost, time commitment, academic rigor, role transition, role conflict, role stress, work-life balance, etc. 3. What are some of the competencies expected of graduates of advanced nursing practice programs?