Licensure as a registered nurse (RN) in the United States is a credential that is a(n):

1. proof in writing of qualifications.
2. formal mandatory process whereby the state grants a person the right to provide professional nursing services.
3. formal mandatory process whereby a nongovernment agency grants a person the right to provide professional nursing services.
4. achievement that validates a high level of competency through successful scoring on the NCLEX–RN.


ANS: 2

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