Who sets national standards for continuing education and curriculum development for nursing schools?

• A. American Nurses Association (ANA)
• B. The Joint Commission
• C. National Council of State Boards of Nursing
• D. World Health Organization

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is recognizing which organization shapes national standards for how nursing education and ongoing professional development are approached. The American Nurses Association provides leadership and guidance on nursing education standards and the importance of continuing education as part of maintaining competent, ethical practice. This makes it the most direct source for national expectations on curriculum development and ongoing education for nurses. The Joint Commission mainly accredits healthcare organizations rather than setting national nursing-school curricula. The National Council of State Boards of Nursing focuses on licensure and regulatory issues, not standardizing curricula nationwide. The World Health Organization offers broad global health guidelines but does not set national nursing education standards.