Statistical data from The American Association of Colleges of Nursing(AACN) and the National League for Nursing(NLN), 2010 reveals which for the following data on nursing as a profession? Select all that apply
a. Nursing in the United States is the largest health care profession
b. There are more than 8 million Registered Nurses (RNs) nationwide.
c. Nurses deliver most of the nation's long-term care
d. Registered Nurses comprise one of the largest segments of the U.S. workforce as a whole
e. Registered nurses are among the lowest paid large occupations
f. From 1980 to 2004, the percentage of employed RNs working in hospitals increased from56.2% to 66%
A, C, D
Data from the AACN and NLN revealed that nursing is the largest health care profession, with nurses
delivering most of the nation's long-term care. The reports also revealed that nurses compromise on
the largest segments of the U.S. workforce.
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