Which are the six QSEN competencies?

• A. Safety, Patient centered care, Evidence-Based Practice, Informatics, Quality Improvement, Teamwork and Collaboration.
• B. Safety, Nutrition, Pharmacology, Informatics, Quality Assurance, Communication.
• C. Safety, Clinical Skills, Data Analysis, Informatics, Quality Management, Cooperation.
• D. Safety, Patient Education, Evidence-Based Practice, Informatics, Quality Improvement, Leadership.

Answer: (A)

These six areas guide nursing practice to enhance patient safety and care quality. Safety means identifying hazards and minimizing risks for patients, such as preventing medication errors or falls. Patient-centered care involves respecting patients’ values, preferences, and needs, and coordinating care around what matters most to them. Evidence-Based Practice combines the best available research with clinical expertise and patient preferences to guide decisions. Informatics uses digital tools and data to support documentation, communication, and decision-making. Quality Improvement focuses on measuring care processes and outcomes and using data to implement changes that reduce errors and improve care. Teamwork and Collaboration emphasize effective communication and coordination among nurses, other health professionals, patients, and families.

Other options include items not part of the standard QSEN set (like Nutrition, Pharmacology, or Leadership) or use terms that don’t align with the official six. The six above are the recognized QSEN competencies.