Physical therapists can teach patients how to prevent or manage their condition so that they will achieve long-term health benefits. PTs examine each individual and develop a plan, using treatment techniques to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability.
There are several levels of career choices including: the Licensed Vocational Nurse (L.V.N.), Registered Nurse (R.N.), and advance practice nurses who generally have a masters degree and/or a doctoral degree in nursing.
In order to become an NP, a number of steps have to be followed first. These are: 1  Earning a nursing undergraduate degree. This can be done through accelerated programs. 2  Becoming a registered nurse by passing the NCLEX-RN.  Completing a graduate degree in the field of nursing.