What does the cryptic crossword clue "Stretch former nurse (6)" mean?

The definition is "Stretch". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). EX (abbreviation="former") + TEND (abbreviation="nurse") = EXTEND; definition: "Stretch" The answer is EXTEND.

Stretch former nurse (6)

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