Professional behaviors for an RN include
a. Gathering research data d. Analyzing and evaluating quality
control measures.
b. Facilitating change in the
organizational structure
e. Practicing within a legal and ethical
framework.
c. Evaluating personal learning needs
and assuming responsibility for
continuing education
f. Providing quality, competent, caring
nursing interventions to clients
ANS: a, b, c, d, e, f
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