Fundamentals of Nursing - Roles and Functions of Nursing *Q&A* [verified]

Fundamentals of Nursing - Roles and Functions of Nursing *Q&A* [verified] Each state will have its own _____ _____ and is governed by the state board of each state. Common interest is to ____ the public with nursing healthcare activities. It will define what you _____ and _____ ___. *Ans* Practice Act; protect; can and cannot do. Each state board is responsible for: (6) *Ans* 1) approving nursing education programs, 2) define the practice of professional nursing, 3) establish criteria that allow a person to be licensed as a nurse, 4) defining professional practice (which determines the nurses scope of practice - what you can and cannot do), 5) develops rules and regulations for guidance to nurses, 6) enforce the rules that govern nursing. Nurse Practice Acts (4) *Ans* Common Purpose Legal Acts Regulate practice Jurisdiction specific This describes a competent level of nursing practice and professional performance common to all registered nurses. Regardless of what your role is, you will have a defined scope of practice. *Ans* Standards of nursing practice Standards of professional performance *Ans* ANA