The scope and standards of practice for pediatric nurse practitioners state that NPs in this role care for patients from:

Rationale: A. Limiting care to age 16 does not reflect the full scope of pediatric practice, as many pediatric NPs continue to manage adolescents and young adults. B. The scope and standards for pediatric nurse practitioners (PNPs) generally cover care for patients from birth (newborn) through age 21 years, including preventive, acute, and chronic care. This allows PNPs to manage the transition from pediatric to adult healthcare. C. Starting at 1 month omits neonatal care, which is within the PNP’s scope. D. Starting at 1 month excludes care for newborns, which is a core component of pediatric practice.