What is the major professional organisation that represents nursing in Australia?
a. Australian Nursing Federation.
b. Australian College of Nursing.
c. Nurses Board.
d. International Council of Nurses.
b
In 2011 the Royal College of Nursing, Australia (RCNA)
and The College of Nursing (TCoN) united to become the
Australian College of Nursing (ACN). The ACN provides
a strengthened base for the nursing profession that communicates with government, other sectors and the public. It
fosters research, policy and strategic development and pro
vides a foundation for professional development and education activities.
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