The nurse is planning to acquire certification. This credential means that the nurse:
a. has received accredited status by a nongovernmental agency which appraises and grants accredited status to institutions that meet predetermined criteria.
b. has the legal rights granted to the profession by the public.
c. understands the law governing the practice of nursing.
d. has been certified by a nongovernmental agency that certifies that an individual licensed to practice a profession has met predetermined standards specified for practice.
ANS: D
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