A new nurse is reviewing the legal constraints of nursing practice.Which of the following should the nurse review to determine legal boundaries to practice?

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The state nursing practice act outlines the legal boundaries and regulations for nursing practice within that state. The professional nursing organization and institutional policies may provide guidance and standards of practice, but they do not have the legal authority of the state nursing practice act. The National Council of the State Boards of Nursing works to develop and maintain standardized nursing licensure exams, but does not set legal boundaries for nursing practice.

A New Nurse Is Reviewing the Legal Constraints of Nursing