Which of the following best describes a practitioner who has earned advanced degrees and licensure and who can work in primary or specialty medical practices and clinics?
A) Family practitioner
B) Internist
C) Nurse practitioner
D) Obstetrician

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Nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs): Practitioners who have earned advanced degrees and licensure and who can work in primary or specialty medical practices and clinics. Family practitioners: Physicians whose scope of practice includes children and adults of all ages and may include obstetrics and minor surgery. Internists: Physicians who care for adults of all ages with many different medical problems, such as diabetes mellitus. Obstetricians/gynecologists: Physicians who serve as PCPs for women, particularly those of childbearing age.

Which of the Following Best Describes a Practitioner Who Has