A student of nursing wishes to join the American Nurses Association (ANA). The student nurse needs information on the eligibility for the membership of the ANA. About which should the student nurse be informed?
A) The person should be a registered nurse.
B) The association allows licensed practical nurses with 2 years' work experience.
C) The association allows student affiliates.
D) The association allows students with a scholarship.
A
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To be eligible for membership in the American Nurses Association, the person should be an RN. LPNs can be members of the AALPN. Some state affiliates of national organizations have student affiliates and they provide scholarships.
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