The scope of practice for a nurse is determined by four factors. Which of the following is not correct?
a. The nurse's level of training and demonstratedcompetence
b. The nurse's context of practice and level ofemployment.
c. The nurse's registration with the Australian
Nursing and Midwifery Board.
d. The employer's policy framework.
c
The scope of practice for a nurse is determined by four
factors:
1 The nurse's level of training and demonstrated
competence
2 The nurse's context of practice and level of
employment
3 State and Commonwealth legislation
4 The employer's policy framework.
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