The nurse understands that the following organization believes that cultural competence in nursing is necessary?
a. Nurse Practice Acts of state boards of nursing
b. Code of Ethics of the American Nurses Association
c. Accreditation standards of the National League of Nursing
d. Accreditation standards of The Joint Commission (TJC)
B
The American Nurses Association indicates in its Code of Ethics the necessity of the nurse to be sensitive to individual needs. State boards of nursing are involved in the regulation and licensure of nursing practices. The National League of Nursing is involved with accreditation of nursing programs. TJC is involved with hospital accreditation.
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