When many people think of Latin Americans immediately they may refer to mariachis, poor countries, corrupt governments, exotic foods and maybe they may know one or two presidents. According to Merriam Webster, the definition of Latin American is: all the people from Spanish America and Brazil.
Key differentiators between Gerontology and Geriatrics. 1  Gerontology deals with the entire ageing process in individuals whereas Geriatrics concentrates only the ageing process of older adults.  Gerontology is a multidisciplinary field of study where as Geriatrics is a part of the internal medicine.
Differences Between RNs and NPs. The big difference between RNs and NPs is the degree of autonomy an NP is granted. While NPs are required to work under the auspices of a physician, in many states, NPs may diagnose and treat patients in an independent location, without the constant vigilance of a physician.