Which is NOT one of the four main areas of competency in nursing?

• A. Values/Ethics
• B. Roles/Responsibilities
• C. Communication amongst team
• D. Patient Education

Answer: (D)

Understanding nursing competency in this framework means looking at four domains that guide professional behavior and practice. Values and ethics set how nurses uphold integrity and advocate for patients. Roles and responsibilities clarify what the nurse is accountable for and how they work within the healthcare system. Communication among the team ensures clear, accurate information sharing and patient safety. The fourth domain is collaboration with the interprofessional team to deliver coordinated, high-quality care. Patient education is essential to nursing and ties into patient-centered care and communication, but it isn’t listed as a separate, primary competency area in this four-domain model. That’s why it’s the option that doesn’t belong as one of the four main areas.