Prof: NCSBN Quiz

Which state was the first to enact a Nurse Practice Act (NPA)? A. North Carolina B. New York C. New Jersey D. Virginia

A. North Carolina

A complaint is filed against a nurse. What can the nurse expect to happen next? a. The complaint will be investigated. b. The nurse's license will be temporarily suspended. c. The nurse will have a mandatory reduction in work hours. d. The nurse will be monitored on the job

A. The complaint will be investigated

The National Practitioner Data Bank is: a. a repository of information about health care providers in the United States. b. used to keep track of nurses assigned to alternative-to-discipline programs. c. a method of tracking licensure renewal. d. available to the general public for finding information about health care providers.

A. a repository of info about health care providers in the US

Some newly licensed RNs are discussing their NPA during orientation. Which statement is incorrect and needs to be corrected by their preceptor? a. The NPA requires certification and a master's degree for all APRNs. b. The standards and scope of practice for nurses are aligned with the nursing process. c. The use of the title registered nurse is protected by the NPA. d. The NPA sets standards for prelicensure nursing education.

A. the NPA requires certification and a master's degree for all APRNs

Which of the following is a requirement for initial licensure as a nurse in every state? a. Confirmation of being drug free for at least 1 year b. Passing a licensure examination c. Criminal background check verifying no arrest record d. Endorsement by the state of permanent residence

B. Passing a licensure examination

Which of the following is an example of unacceptable delegation? a. The RN asks the unlicensed assistive person to help a client walk to the bathroom. b. The RN asks the unlicensed assistive person to measure and then record a client's vital signs. c. The RN assigns the LPN to care for a client who is ready for discharge. d. The RN delegates medication administration to the LPN.

B. The RN asks the unlicensed assistive person to measure and then record a client's vital signs

Which statement about the regulation of nursing practice is correct? a. Every state and territory has adopted the same set of rules and regulations for nursing practice. b. Each state has the authority to enact a law governing nursing practice. c. The U.S. Constitution includes provisions for regulating the practice of nursing. d. Professional standards of practice are enacted through regulatory organizations.

B. each state has the authority to enact a law governing nursing practice

What is the purpose of an NPA? a. To protect nurses from lawsuits b. To protect the public c. To guide federal health care policy d. To guide workplace policy

B. to protect the public

Which type of discipline case involves accepting gifts and money from a client while caring for him or her? a. Abuse b. Fraud c. Boundary violation d. Practice-related

C. Boundary Violation

The nurse is renting a house from a former client and, after several months, refuses to pay rent. The former client files a complaint. This is an example of which type of discipline case? a. Fraud b. Abuse c. Boundary violation d. Practice-related

C. Boundary Violation or A. Fraud??

What is the best resource for information about an NPA? a. Healthcare Integrity and Protection Data Bank b. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services c. State board of nursing (BON) d. American Nurses Association

C. State Board of Nursing (BON)

BON members are: a. elected officials who serve for 2 years. b. appointed by the governor. c. nurses and sometimes members of the public. d. hired by the BON's executive officer.

C. nurses and sometimes members of the public

A nurse leaves the long-term care facility building for several hours without telling anyone and without authorization. It is later discovered that the nurse documented providing care and giving medications to residents while she was out of the building. This is an example of which type of discipline case? a. Fraud b. Abuse c. Sexual misconduct d. Practice-related

D. Practice-related or A. Fraud

What is the relationship between an NPA and rules or regulations? a. A BON can enact a rule without input from the public. b. A BON can change a regulation anytime. c. Rules can supersede the requirements of an NPA. d. Rules are often more specific than the NPA.

D. Rules are often more specific than the NPa

After agreeing to participate in an alternative-to-discipline program, a nurse can expect: a. an announcement of her or his participation in the program in a newsletter. b. an official letter of censure in her or his workplace records. c. to return to work with no restrictions. d. regular monitoring to ensure compliance with treatment.

D. regular monitoring to ensure compliance with treatment