Chapter 7: Legal Aspects of Ambulatory Care Nursing

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:

• Contact hours available until 10/1/2021

Requirements for Successful Completion:

• Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation. You will be able to print your CNE certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation

Faculty, Planners, and Authors Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

• There are no disclosures to declare

Commercial Support and Sponsorship:

• No commercial support or sponsorship declared

Accreditation Statement:

• This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and AAACN
• Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation
• AAACN is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, provider number CEP 5366

Learning Outcome:

• After completing this learning activity, the learner will be able to describe the regulations, standards and laws that govern nursing practice in ambulatory care

Learning Engagement Activity:

• Regulation of the practice of health professionals varies from state to state. In the state in which you practice, look for the nurse practice act on-line. Find and review the regulations that govern delegation by licensed health personnel to others. What nursing functions can you delegate and to whom? What and to whom should you not delegate?