Examine the Institute of Medicine’s 2010 report “The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health.” Write a 750-1,000 word paper discussing the impact of the IOM report on nursing practise. Include the following:

Summarize the four key messages from the IOM report and explain why they are important in nursing practise.
Discuss the direct impact of the IOM report on nursing education and nursing leadership. Describe the advantages and opportunities for BSN-prepared nurses.
Explain why it is critical that a nurse’s role and education evolve to meet the needs of an ageing and increasingly diverse population. Discuss the significance of professional development, or lifelong learning, and its relevance in caring for diverse populations across the life span and across the health-illness continuum.
Discuss how nurses can assist in the effective management of patient care within an evolving health care system.