A physical therapist wants to become a nurse and provide care to clients with neurological and musculoskeletal disorders. One way for the therapist to achieve this goal would be to attend:
a. a nontraditional graduate program leading to RN licensure.
b. a diploma program of nursing.
c. an associate degree program of nursing.
d. a baccalaureate degree program of nursing.
ANS: A
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