ATI Scope and Standards of Practice

A nurse holds a single state nursing license and is preparing to move to another state. For the nurse to apply for reciprocity, which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Present a current and valid nursing license Submit an application Pay the fees for new license

A nurse is reviewing the scope of nursing practice. Which of the following is the purpose of the nursing scope of practice?

Specifies the actions a nurse can perform. The scope of nursing practice legally defines the actions a nurse can and cannot perform.

A nurse is providing client care using the nursing process. The nurse should identify that which of the following standards or guidelines includes this criterion?

Standards of practice Standards of practice are explanatory statements that describe a competent level of care for all nurses using the critical thinking model known as the nursing process. Nursing has general standards of practice to which every nurse is held accountable.

A nurse receives a license renewal notification from the board of nursing. The nurse should identify that a license renewal requires the disclosure of which of the following?

Substance use within the past 5 years When renewing a nursing license, the applicant is required to disclose any history of criminal record, substance use within the past 5 years, and any action taken against a professional license, registration, or certification.

A nurse resides in a state that recently enacted the Nurse licensure Compact (NLC). Which of the following information should the nurse identify as a part of the NLC?

The NLC allows a nurse to practice across state lines with one license. The NLC allows a nurse to practice in their primary state of residence and in other compact states under one multistate license.

A nurse is educating a group of nurses about the Nurse Practice Act (NPA). Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

The NPA contains current laws and regulations for nursing practice The NPA contains standards and scope of practice The nurse is responsible to know current roles and responsibilities as defined by the NPA.

A graduate nurse is offered a position in the emergency department upon the granting of initial licensure. Which of the following information should the graduate nurse identify as a requirement during the initial licensure process

Verification of graduation Criminal background check in certain states Passing Score on NCLEX examination Self-disclose of any substance use in the past 5 years

A nurse is delivering client care in partnership with multidisciplinary members of the health care team. This is an example of which of the following QSEN competencies?

Teamwork and collaboration The QSEN competency of teamwork and collaboration focuses on a nurse being aware of their own strengths and limitations and includes teamwork and collaboration within the interdisciplinary team.

A nurse is teaching a group of nurses and asks which of the NLN integrating competencies is defined as having respect for diversity, holistic care, client-centered approach, and client advocacy. Which competencies does this describe?

Human flourishing The competency of human flourishing is defined as the nurse providing client care that demonstrates respect for diversity, approaches clients in a holistic and client-centered manner, and uses advocacy to enhance clients' health.

A nurse is reviewing the licensing laws in their state of residence. Which of the following statements should the nurse use to define licensure?

Licensure protects the health and welfare of the public. Because a nurse has the potential to cause harm to a client if they are unprepared or incompetent, licensure ensures that the practicing nurse has met predetermined qualifications in providing safe and competent care.

A nurse is responsible for their actions with whom they interact professionally, including clients, colleagues, and society as a whole. Which of the following components of the practice of nursing addresses this expected behavior?

Standards of professional performance The standards of professional performance are a component of the nursing scope of practice, which specifies the competent level of behavior expected in the professional role. A nurse is responsible for their actions to those with whom they interact professionally including clients, their colleagues, and society as whole.

A newly lived nurse is reviewing information about the National Council of State Board of Nursing (NCSBN) Transition to Practice (TTP) program. Which of the following factors should the nurse expect?

TTP programs increase job retention According the NCSBN, new graduates who participated in the TTP program reported increased work satisfaction, resulting in higher nurse retention rates.

A newly licensed nurse is reviewing electronic information about the NCLEX exam from the National Council of State Board of Nursing (NCSBN) website. Which of the following information should the nurse identify as passing criteria for the NCLEX computerized adaptive test (CAT)?

The computer will stop giving items using the 95% confidence interval rule The NCLEX is graded as pass or fail. The candidate will pass the NCLEX once it is determined by the 95% confidence interval that the candidate's ability is above passing standards. This is the pass or fail criteria for the 95% confidence interval rule.

A newly licensed nurse is reviewing the standards of care when performing client care. Which of the following describes a standard of care?

The level of care a nurse provides that is the same for all nurses who have comparable education, competency, and experience. A standard of care is defined as the level of care a nurse provides that is the same for all nurses who have comparable education, competency, and experience.