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What is the primary role of the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)?
What is the primary role of the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)?
- To represent nursing students in legislative matters
- To manage the certification of registered nurses
- To ensure the quality and integrity of nursing programs (correct)
- To conduct research on nursing practices
What is a key mission of the National Student Nurses’ Association (NSNA)?
What is a key mission of the National Student Nurses’ Association (NSNA)?
- To oversee nursing licensure examinations
- To mentor students preparing for licensure as registered nurses (correct)
- To establish nursing practice regulations
- To provide funding for nursing education programs
Which of the following is NOT a focus of the specialty nursing organizations mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT a focus of the specialty nursing organizations mentioned?
- Publishing scope of practice documents
- Setting nursing educational standards (correct)
- Providing certification
- Issuing position statements
What type of resources do specialty nursing organizations typically provide?
What type of resources do specialty nursing organizations typically provide?
Which of the following is an example of a specialty nursing organization?
Which of the following is an example of a specialty nursing organization?
What is the primary focus of the American Nurses Association (ANA)?
What is the primary focus of the American Nurses Association (ANA)?
What does the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) primarily focus on?
What does the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) primarily focus on?
Which organization focuses on excellence in nursing education?
Which organization focuses on excellence in nursing education?
What role does the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) play?
What role does the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) play?
What essential aspect does the ANCC accreditation program emphasize?
What essential aspect does the ANCC accreditation program emphasize?
Which organization publishes the journal Nursing Education Perspectives?
Which organization publishes the journal Nursing Education Perspectives?
What type of programs does the ANCC accreditation program acknowledge as vital for nursing practice?
What type of programs does the ANCC accreditation program acknowledge as vital for nursing practice?
What is one of the goals of the National League for Nursing?
What is one of the goals of the National League for Nursing?
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Study Notes
Professional Nursing Organizations and Their Roles
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American Nurses Association (ANA):
- Establishes Scope and Standards of Practice for nursing.
- Publishes the Code of Ethics for Nurses.
- Provides a monthly journal, The American Nurse, focusing on various nursing topics.
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American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC):
- Credentials organizations and individual nurses.
- Offers certification in specialized nursing knowledge.
- Recognizes high-quality continuing education through accreditation programs.
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National League for Nursing (NLN):
- Promotes excellence in nursing education.
- Establishes standards and evaluates nursing education programs.
- Publishes Nursing Education Perspectives, a research journal.
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Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN):
- Provides accreditation to nursing education programs that meet quality standards.
- Accredits all 16 technical colleges in the Wisconsin Technical College System.
- Engages nursing students in feedback during accreditation site visits.
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Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE):
- Ensures quality and integrity in baccalaureate, graduate, and residency nursing programs.
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National Student Nurses’ Association (NSNA):
- Mentors students preparing for registered nurse licensure.
- Promotes standards, ethics, and skills relevant to nursing leadership.
- Hosts national conventions and publishes the journal Imprint.
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Specialty Nursing Organizations:
- Offer certification and develop scope of practice documents for specific nursing areas.
- Examples include:
- Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses.
- Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing.
- Perioperative Nursing.
- Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric, and Neonatal Nurses.
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