A nurse is discussing certification with a co-worker and explains that goals of the certification process include: (Select all that apply.)
A) endorsing demonstrated knowledge.
B) enhancing nurses' professionalism.
C) helping boost pay scales for nursing.
D) providing for differentiated practice.
E) serving as a quality control activity.

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Certification is directed to endorsing demonstrated knowledge and skill associated with high-quality performance in a specialty area.Certification also enhances professionalism and allows the public and other professionals to recognize those with professional achievements.Certification does serve as a quality control activity, because nurses who obtain certification must demonstrate superior knowledge and clinical behaviors.Certification does not include boosting pay scales as a goal, although in some institutions, certified nurses do receive a monetary benefit.Although many certification exams require a BSN, differentiating practice is not a goal of certification.

A Nurse Is Discussing Certification with a Co-Worker and Explains