What is the nurse accountable for, according to the state nurse practice act?
A) Continuing education
B) Nursing diagnoses
C) Prescribing medications
D) Mentoring other nurses
Ans: B
State nurse practice acts have included diagnosis as part of the domain of nursing practice for which nurses are held accountable.
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