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The single scope of practice of this book specifies the who, what, where, when, why, and how of nursing practice. Each standard of professional practice is now measurable by specific competencies that serve as evidence of compliance.
The book can help inform such nursing and healthcare work as:
* Quality improvement
* Regulations
* Reimbursement and financing methods
* Organizational structures
* Certification and credentialing
* Position descriptions and performance appraisals
* Classroom teaching and in-service training
The book delineates key aspects of nursing’s professional role and practice for any level, setting, population focus, or specialty. A must-have for every registered nurse.





