Which of the following is not included in the scope of nursing practice?

• A. Perform nursing services for the individuals alone.
• B. Collaborate with the other health care providers.
• C. Provide nursing care during the different stages of life.
• D. Prevent illnesses.

Answer: (A)

Nursing practice is defined by collaboration with other health care providers, delivering care across the life span, and prioritizing prevention and health promotion. Doing nursing services for individuals alone implies practicing without the teamwork and coordination that safety and quality care depend on, which is not how nursing is ordinarily performed. The other aspects—providing care through different life stages and working to prevent illness—are fundamental parts of nursing. So, the notion of performing nursing services by oneself falls outside the typical scope.