ANNA’s Nephrology Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice are a set of guidelines to guide evidence-based practice and delivery of high-quality nursing care. Since the first edition of the standards was published in 1977, there have been many changes in nephrology care, and new evidence is available. This is the eighth edition. This edition incorporates the newest evidence and changes in practice. It should serve as a basis for clinical quality and, when necessary, as a resource for legal issues when they arise regarding quality of care.
