Nursing students are reviewing the nurse practice act in the state where they reside. A state's nurse practice act has which of the following functions?
A) Makes recommendations for how nurses should practice
B) Defines the scope and limit of nursing practice
C) Defines specific situations that constitute malpractice
D) Follows federal laws about nursing practice
Ans: B
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The nurse practice act in each state defines nursing, describes its scope, and identifies its limits within that state.
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