Question 1

What duties are assumed by a state's board of nursing? (Select all that apply. )

Accepted Answer

A,C,D

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of licensure for professional registered nurses?

Accepted Answer

The primary purpose of licensure for professional registered nurses is to protect the public from physical and emotional harm by ensuring that only qualified individuals provide nursing care.

Question 3

A nurse practicing in the early 1900s was awarded a permissive license.What action was required by this type of license?

Accepted Answer

CPermissive licensure in the early 1900s meant that while it was voluntary to obtain a license, those who chose to take the licensure examination and failed were not allowed to use the title RN. Additionally, all candidates seeking licensure were required to take and pass an examination provided by the state board of nursing, ensuring a standardized level of knowledge and skills among practicing nurses.

Question 4

A new graduate from a master's entry program in nursing announces,"I just passed my clinical nurse leader certification examination." Certification as a clinical nurse leader provides acknowledgement of what nursing achievement?

Accepted Answer

Certification as a clinical nurse leader acknowledges that the individual has demonstrated advanced nursing skills and knowledge, beyond the entry-level competencies. This certification is typically pursued after obtaining a master's degree in nursing, indicating a higher level of expertise in the field.

Question 5

A nursing student is in the final term of an Associate Science of Nursing (ASN)program and is preparing for licensure.Prior to licensure the candidate must provide evidence that they have fulfilled what requirements? (Select all that apply. )

Accepted Answer

Graduation from a nursing program and high school or equivalent are typically required for licensure. Malpractice insurance, a plan for further study, and validation of skills by a certifying agency are not standard pre-licensure requirements.

Question 6

What was the first field of nursing to certify advanced practitioners?

Accepted Answer

Nurse anesthesia was the first field of nursing to certify advanced practitioners, with the establishment of a certification process in 1945. This marked the beginning of recognizing advanced practice roles within nursing.

Question 7

The advanced practice nurse who is seeking information about requirements for practice in a specialized area should contact what nursing organization?

Accepted Answer

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) is the organization responsible for credentialing nurses in specialized areas of practice, making it the appropriate entity for an advanced practice nurse to contact for information about requirements for practice in a specialized area.

Question 8

What action is considered a nursing responsibility when participating in a nurse licensure compact?

Accepted Answer

The Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) allows nurses to have one license but the ability to practice in other states that are part of the compact, with the requirement that they must comply with the nursing practice laws of the state where they are currently providing care. This ensures that nurses are always adhering to the legal and professional standards specific to the location of their practice.

Question 9

What statement accurately describes what it means to practice in a compact state?

Accepted Answer

The mutual recognition model allows nurses to have one license but the ability to practice in other compact states, protecting patients' rights across state lines.

Question 10

A group of registered nurses with associate nursing (and)degrees are concerned that the minimum educational standard for licensure as a registered nurse is being raised to the bachelor's (BSN)level.After contacting the American Nurses Association,they learn they will be "grandfathered" in.Under the "grandfather clause," what action will be required of nurses with associate degrees?

Accepted Answer

Under a "grandfather clause," individuals who are already licensed or practicing under the old standards are allowed to continue without needing to meet the new requirements. Therefore, nurses with associate degrees will not be required to upgrade their education to a BSN and can continue to use the title "registered nurse" as earned through their original licensure process.

Question 11

A nurse holds a license in one state but wishes to practice in a second state that is not participating in a nurse licensure compact agreement.The nurse is granted licensure on payment of a fee but does not retake the licensure examination.The nurse has obtained licensure in the second state by what process?

Accepted Answer

Licensure by endorsement allows a nurse who is already licensed in one state to be granted a license in another state without retaking the licensure examination, typically upon payment of a fee and verification of the original licensure status.

Question 12

What should the nurse who is licensed in Georgia and moves to Oregon should do initially in preparation for seeking a nursing position as a pediatric nurse?

Accepted Answer

The nurse should review Oregon's nurse practice act related to licensure for endorsement because nursing licensure requirements can vary from state to state, and understanding the specific requirements in Oregon is essential for a smooth transition.

Question 13

What statement presents accurate information concerning nurse practice acts?

Accepted Answer

Nurse practice acts are laws written and passed by state legislators to regulate the practice of nursing within the state.

Question 14

Nurses in Tennessee,Mississippi,and Arkansas gather for a conference related to improving quality and safety in practice and nursing education.They are awarded continuing education (CE)credit for participation and evaluation of the conference.One nurse from California states,"I need these CEs to renew my license." The nurse from Mississippi replies,"You do not need CEs for license renewal or advance practice certification renewal." Which statement about CEs would help these nurses?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is B because it accurately reflects that the purpose of continuing education is to maintain workforce competence, but it's up to individual states to decide whether CEs are mandatory for license renewal. This accounts for the variation in requirements among states like California and Mississippi.

Question 15

What entity establishes the "rules" for nursing practice?

Accepted Answer

Individual state boards of nursing are responsible for establishing the rules and regulations governing nursing practice within their respective states. These boards ensure that nurses meet the required standards for safe practice.

Question 16

To request licensure to practice in France,a nurse licensed in the United States must engage in what initial step?

Accepted Answer

The initial step for a nurse licensed in the United States to request licensure to practice in France involves contacting the International Council of Nurses (ICN) or the nursing regulatory board of that country to understand the specific requirements and process for licensure in France.

Question 17

What actions should a nurse who wishes to practice in another state take initially? (Select all that apply. )

Accepted Answer

A nurse should first determine if the new state is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), which allows for practice across member states without additional licenses. If not, the nurse should inquire about licensure by endorsement, which allows nurses to obtain a license in a new state without retaking the NCLEX-RN.

Question 18

A nurse is completing the degree requirements for an advanced practice role as a nurse practitioner and is concerned about certification requirements.Which statement concerning certification for advanced practice is true?

Accepted Answer

Certification is a common requirement for advanced practice roles across all states, ensuring that nurses meet specific standards and competencies for their specialty.

Question 19

Nursing legislation is to be current and reviewed annually by specific dates.If a nurse practice act fails to be reviewed,it is automatically rescinded under which law?

Accepted Answer

Sunset legislation is designed to ensure that laws, regulations, and programs are regularly reviewed and assessed for their effectiveness and relevance. If a nurse practice act is not reviewed as required, sunset legislation can lead to its automatic rescission. This mechanism ensures that outdated or unnecessary regulations do not remain in effect indefinitely.

Question 20

On which website would a nurse find a list of current compact states that allow for a single license recognized in multiple states?

Accepted Answer

The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) manages the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), which allows for a single nursing license to be recognized across multiple states. This makes it the correct source for finding a list of current compact states.

Quiz 4: Nursing Licensure and Certification