Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, 4th Edition

Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice

Title: Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice Edition: 4th Edition Publisher: American Nurses Association (ANA)

Cover Design: The cover features a striking abstract background of sweeping, layered curves in deep magenta, purple, and pink — fluid and dynamic, suggesting movement and flow. A dark semi-transparent rectangular panel overlays the upper-center area, containing the word "Nursing" in large, clean white type on the left, separated by a thin vertical white line from "Scope and Standards of Practice" and "4th Edition" in smaller white text on the right. The ANA logo with the full "American Nurses Association" name anchors the bottom in a clean gray footer band.

About the Book: The authoritative professional reference that defines the scope of nursing practice and establishes the standards by which all registered nurses are expected to practice in the United States. Published by the ANA, it serves as the foundational document guiding nursing competency, accountability, and professional conduct across all settings and specialties. The 4th edition reflects the evolving landscape of modern healthcare and nursing's expanding role within it.

Audience: Registered nurses, advanced practice nurses, nursing educators, administrators, policy makers, and anyone involved in defining or evaluating nursing practice standards.