What international body of nursing is concerned with the definition and scope of advanced practice nursing worldwide?
1. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)
2. The American Nurses Association (ANA)
3. The International Council of Nurses (ICN)
4. The World Health Organization (WHO)
Correct Answer: 3
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) established the International Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Practice Nursing Network in 2000 with the goal of acting as an international resource for nurses, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare stakeholders. The AACN governs the educational schools of nursing. The ANA is an organizational body that represents American nurses and their interest. The WHO is a global body address world health needs.
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