Unit 1 - Fundamentals
NCLEX
A national computer-adapted standardized, graded, pass/fail test used to determine if a graduate nurse is ready to become licensed as an entry-level nurse
Nurse Licensure Compact
agreement that allows nurses to practice in other NLC states without having to obtain additional licenses
nursing license renewal requires disclosure of
criminal record, substance use within the past 5 years, and any action taken against a professional license, registration, or certification
Nurse Practice Act
current laws and regulations governing nursing practice in every state/ territory of USA
standard of professional performance
define competent behavior of rn and pn where care is provided in an ethical manner with respect for cultural diversity
scope of practice
defines duties of nurse to be considered competent to carry out and authorized to perform as defined by state law
standards of care
level of care a nurse provides that is the same for all nurses who have comparable education, competency, and experience
a nurse holds a single state nursing license and is prepping to move to another state. For the nurse to apply for reciprocity, what actions should they take?
present a current and valid nursing license, submit 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
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
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
initial nursing licensure requirements
verification of graduation, criminal background check, pass NCLEX, substance abuse within last 5 years
