Leah is a new graduate nurse and has questions about her scope of practice. The best place to review would be:
1. The code of ethics.
2. The standards of practice and professional performance.
3. The NCLEX exam.
4. The state licensing body.
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1. Applies to the accountability and protection for the public
2. Benchmark for quality and accountability to provide professional guidance
3. This is the basic exam, but it does not give guidance on this matter.
4. The state has rules and regulations, but it is not the source for overall professional accountability and guidance.
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