A nurse is instructing a newly licensed nurse about the scope and standards of nursing practice. Which of the following describes standards of practice?

D Lists a set of skills that all nurses should be competent in performing, outlines responsibilities that every nurse is expected to provide regardless of their role. B Establishes a protocol for care to provide for a specific health problem. C Specifies that nurses provide care that reflects current and competent level of behavior when providing client care. A Provides competencies for the nurses to achieve before licensure.