Which of the following is an example of a nursing standard of care?
A. World Health Organization guidelines
B. State Department of Health guidelines
C. Health care facility's written procedure
D. Department of Health and Human Services guidelines
B
Standards of care are defined by the following: (1) State Nurse Practice Acts, (2) state and federal hospital licensing laws and accreditation rules, (3) professional and specialty organizations, and (4) written policies and procedures of the nurse's health care facility.
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