A nurse is preparing to teach a class on public health policy and its impact on nursing practice. Which of the following statements is incorrect and should be excluded from the lecture?
A. Nursing scope of practice as determined by state nurse practice acts are included in public health policy.
B. Nurses are affected by public health policy both professionally and personally.
C. Changing health policy does not fall within the scope of nursing practice.
D. Some federal and payroll tax exemptions are an example of public health policy.
ANS: C
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