A Nurse Practicing in a Specialty Area Wishes to Be

question 15

Multiple Choice

A nurse practicing in a specialty area wishes to be recognized for the specialized skill set and knowledge obtained in order to be an effective member of the health care team serving that particular patient population.The nurse would best complete this goal by:

• A) completing a rigorous continuing education program.
• B) gaining admission to a graduate nursing degree program.
• C) obtaining a secondary license in that area of practice.
• D) passing the certification examination in that particular specialty.

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Definitions:

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