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Lisaclaire

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Which nursing organization established the first certification of psychiatric nursing? ___________________ __________
 
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The legislation that provided funding for improving the care of the mentally ill is known as the National Mental Health Act of what year? ______.
 
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Answer to Question 1

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ANA
The American Nurses Association (ANA) developed the certification criteria for psychiatric nurses. The ANA has developed standards for professional nursing.

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1946
Money was provided by this legislation for research and training for the improvement of care for patients with mental health issues.



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