What would a new baccalaureate-prepared community/public health nurse be expected to do to improve personal competency and quality of care? (Select all that apply.)
a. Apply the nursing process to a large aggregate.
b. Be actively involved in peer review.
c. Provide the best possible care to individuals and families.
d. Participate in relevant continuing education programs.
e. Integrate relevant research findings for evidence-based practice.
f. Systematically evaluate personal professional practice performance.
ANS: B, D, E, F
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