Question

Discuss the difference between a DNP and a PhD in nursing. Discuss which of these you would choose to pursue if you decide to continue your education to the doctoral level and explain why.

Answer 1

DNP means doctor of nursing practice where as Ph D in nursing means doctor of philosophy in nursing.both DNP and PhD in nursing can work as nurse once they earn proper credential,both degree demonstrate that the nurse is a clinical expert in his or her field.The main difference between them is that DNP is focused more on clinical practice ,while PhD based on research.

I would choose DNP because the reason is that i would like to explore more in clinical practice than research.