A nurse wants to know about the licensing law that is practiced in different states. Why is it important for the nurse to seek licensure?
1 . Meet advanced level of excellence in practice and knowledge
2 . Protect the public from unqualified workers
3 . Establish maximum level of requirements for competence and practice
4 . Helps the public determine the difference between a qualified and an unqualified worker
A) 1, 2
B) 1, 3
C) 1, 4
D) 2, 4
D
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Licensure is important because it ensures that a licensed nurse meets a basic level of excellence in practice and knowledge. Licensing laws, often referred to as Nurse Practice Acts, protect the public from unqualified workers. Licensing laws establish a minimum level of requirements for competence and practice. Obtaining licensure helps the public determine the difference between a qualified and unqualified worker.
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