The nurse practice act of a state defines the scope and responsibilities of nursing practice in that state. Which of the following is true regarding nurse practice acts?
a. They determine the educational requirements for licensure.
b. They describe the process for gaining membership to a professional organization.
c. They regulate how many professional nursing organizations may be formed.
d. They define the practice of medicine in relation to nursing.
ANS: A
A
Nurse practice acts define the minimum educational qualifications and other requirements for licensure.
B
Nurse practice acts do not describe the process for admission to the state board of nursing.
C
Nurse practice acts do not regulate nursing organizations.
D
Nurse practice acts have no authority over medical practice issues.
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