A nurse is reviewing regulations to practice in different states.Which of the following credentials is interpreted as mandatory in order to legally practice nursing in a particular state?

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All states require a nursing license in order to practice nursing.States vary in the requirements to obtain and maintain nursing licenses.Accreditation is the voluntary process for schools to maintain educational standards.Certification is voluntarily obtained after the graduate has become licensed and meets the criteria to be certified by the respective organization,such as the Critical Care Nurse's Association,which allows certified nurses to use the credential CCRN after their names.

A Nurse Is Reviewing Regulations to Practice in Different States