Originally Posted by
Purple Drank
Going to one of those was expressly prohibited in NA15. Thank goodness we voted it down.
It is fascinating and entertaining, yet pitiful, to see guys like you twist themselves into pretzels to somehow rationalize the insane for some loose change from RA's pocket. Lint and all.
Wrong! You did not even understand the terms of the agreement you voted against!!
The TA changed the term "doctor" to "Qualified Health Care Professional" and added A.P.R.N. and P.A. - C to the list. A.P.R.N. is an Advance Practice Registered Nurse (commonly referred to as a Nurse Practitioner) and P.A. - C is a "Physician's Assistant - Certified."
A 30-second Google search of the CVS Minute Clinic reveals:
Our practitioners deliver the care your family needs
The best health care comes from practitioners who are thoughtful, compassionate and, above all, qualified.
Our Master's-prepared nurse practitioners and physician assistants possess the licenses, certifications and clinical experience necessary to provide effective treatment for adults and children.*
Both nurse practitioners and physician assistants are qualified to:
Diagnose and treat common illnesses, injuries and skin conditions
Administer vaccinations, screenings and physicals
Prescribe medication
Obtain medical histories
Perform physical assessments and examinations
Perform and interpret diagnostic and laboratory studies
Counsel and coach patients on health, lifestyle modifications and nutrition
Screen and direct patients to other health care providers
Provide patient education and recommendations
It is fascinating and entertaining, yet pitiful, to see guys like you twist themselves into pretzels as a result of ignorance and fear. It's ok to get out of bed now PD. The world is not as scary as you fear.