A nurse educates a nursing student about the Nurse Practice Act. The nursing student demonstrates understanding when he or she states:
1. "The Nurse Practice Act is the same in every state."
2. "The Nurse Practice Act does not specify who can supervise a nurse."
3. "The Nurse Practice Act is determined by the American Nurses Association."
4. "The Nurse Practice Act establishes the scope of practice for each level of nurse."
ANS: 4
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