A nurse is teaching the staff about the characteristics of a profession. Which information should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
a. Extended education
b. Theoretical body of knowledge
c. Code of ethics for practice
d. Practice developments
e. Provision of a specific service
A, B, C, E
Professions possess the following characteristics:
• An extended education of members and a basic liberal education foundation
• A theoretical body of knowledge leading to defined skills, abilities, and norms
• Provision of a specific service
• Autonomy in decision making and practice
• A code of ethics for practice
Practice developments are not a characteristic of a profession, but are essential for nurses to stay current by gaining new knowledge about the latest research and practice developments.
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