Family Nurse Practitioner Exam

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Who initiated the first nurse practitioner program?

Alfred Bandura
President John F. Kennedy
Federal government
Loretta Ford, PhD

The correct answer is: Loretta Ford, PhD

The first nurse practitioner program was initiated by Loretta Ford, PhD. In 1965, she, along with Dr. Henry Silver, established the pediatric nurse practitioner program at the University of Colorado. This innovative program was designed to address the increasing need for healthcare professionals who could provide primary care services, especially in pediatrics. Ford's vision was to expand the role of nurses in delivering comprehensive healthcare, which laid the groundwork for the nurse practitioner role that is now integral to the healthcare system. Her pioneering work not only established the nurse practitioner model but also highlighted the importance of advanced practice nursing education, transforming the scope of practice for registered nurses. This milestone marks a significant shift in nursing and healthcare, as it recognized that nurses can provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative manner, bridging gaps in healthcare access and addressing the growing demand for services.