A Definition of Nursing Is Essential Because It (Select All

question 2

Multiple Choice

A definition of nursing is essential because it (Select all that apply.)

• A) differentiates nursing from other health occupations.
• B) guides educational preparation and theory development.
• C) helps state nurse practice acts reflect the changing roles of nurses.
• D) clarifies the purposes and functions of the nurses.
• E) informs potential students of exactly what nurses do.

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Definitions:

Restrictive Clause

A clause that limits or specifies the scope of the noun it modifies and is essential to the meaning of a sentence.

Nonrestrictive Clauses

Clauses that provide additional information which is not essential to the meaning of the sentence and are usually set off by commas.

Restrictive Clauses

Subordinate clauses which serve to precisely define or limit the meaning of a noun in a sentence and are essential to its meaning.

Noun Clauses

A dependent clause that serves the role of a noun in a sentence.