The Institute of Medicine (IOM) Report Identified Several Goals for Nursing

question 7

Multiple Choice

The Institute of Medicine (IOM) Report identified several goals for nursing in the United States. The IOM suggested that: (Select all that apply.)

• A) Nurses should practice to the full extent of their education.
• B) Nursing education should demonstrate seamless progression.
• C) Nurses should continue to be subservient to physicians in the hospital setting.
• D) Policy making requires better data collection and information infrastructure.
• E) Higher levels of education should not be sought by practicing nurses.

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