A Nursing Faculty Member Is Discussing the Importance of Joining

question 9

Multiple Choice

A nursing faculty member is discussing the importance of joining a professional organization as a registered nurse with a group of undergraduate students.Which statement would be most appropriate for the faculty member to include in this discussion?

• A) "All nurses should be members of the American Nurses Association."
• B) "Membership in a professional organization helps nurses organize around critical health issues."
• C) "Dues for professional organizations are expensive, so it is important to set aside money to pay these dues."
• D) "Membership in a professional organization will foster change in legislation."

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