Muscle weakness, or myasthenia, is a decrease in strength in one or more muscles. It is a common symptom of muscular, neurological and metabolic disorders. Muscular diseases, such as muscular dystrophy and dermatomyositis (disorder characterized by muscle inflammation), are common causes of muscle weakness.
Education. The only way to become a nurse practitioner involves earning a master's degree in nursing or higher. Students need to have a bachelor's degree prior to applying to a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program. Although individuals with a bachelor's degree in another field may apply, a BSN is the recommended background.
A nurse practitioner is a highly trained registered nurse who is licensed by the state to practice in a specialty area such as primary care, mental health or pediatrics. Aspiring nurse practitioner students must be licensed registered nurses with a bachelor's degree. Nurse practitioners need at least a master's degree in nursing, but a doctoral degree may become standard as the minimum requirement in the future.