Florida National University: Presentation on Nurse Practice Act
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This presentation provides an overview of the Nurse Practice Act (NPA), emphasizing its importance in guiding and governing nursing actions to ensure patient safety and quality healthcare. It covers the history of the NPA, its evolution from community-based care to state-regulated standards, and the role of the Board of Nursing (BON) in enforcing compliance. The presentation outlines the need for a nurse's guide to action due to expanding roles and responsibilities, the authority of the BON, criteria for disciplinary action, and the scope of nursing practice. It also addresses patient information accessibility and criticisms of the NPA, concluding that the NPA is essential for maintaining professional nursing practice and ensuring safe patient care. References to various articles and journals are included to support the information presented.
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