When Nurses Provide Care to Clients, Nursing Actions Are Governed

question 5

Multiple Choice

When nurses provide care to clients, nursing actions are governed by established standards of nursing care, as well as both state and federal laws. Which are sources of law?

• A)Constitution
• B)Statutes
• C)State Nurse Practice Acts
• D)Joint Commission standards

---

Definitions:

Hippocampus

The hippocampus is a major component of the human brain, involved in memory formation and spatial navigation.

Neurons

Cells in the nervous system that transmit information through electrical and chemical signals.

Estrogen Levels

The concentration of estrogen hormones in the body, important for regulating reproductive functions and secondary sex characteristics.

Spine Density

Refers to the number of dendritic spines per unit length of a dendrite, which is indicative of the potential for synaptic connectivity.