Discussion Question(s): Laws and regulations shape the practice of nursing and the delivery of healthcare every day. From scope of practice rules to reimbursement policies, the legal and regulatory environment creates both opportunities and constraints for how nurses provide care. For this week's discussion: Identify one healthcare policy, law, or regulation (federal, state, or local) that has influenced nursing practice or patient care in your experience or knowledge. Describe how legal, political, or economic processes contributed to its development. Reflect on the implications of this policy for patient outcomes and for the nursing profession. Connect your analysis to the frameworks and processes outlined in this week's readings. Need Assignment Help?