Which of the following best explains the importance of standards of practice?
A) Nurses and other healthcare providers have the same standards of practice.
B) Standard of practice only apply to nurses who work in hospital settings.
C) Standards of practice identify the knowledge, skills, and attitudes nurses need to provide safe care.
D) Standards of practice differ among registered nurses because the roles are different based on the population they serve.

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Standards of practice are authoritative statements of the duties that all registered nurses,regardless of role,population,or specialty,are expected to perform competently.Standards are derived from several sources,including professional organizations and healthcare facilities' policies and procedures.

Which of the Following Best Explains the Importance of Standards