Nursing Practice Acts Test 50 Questions with Verified Answers
Which action best describes the term professional nursing? - CORRECT ANSWER Maintain
... [Show More] competence through ongoing learning and application of knowledge
Which of the following is a violation of the nurse practice act regarding delegation? - CORRECT ANSWER The RN expects an individual to be able to perform independent activities without supervision
Which of the following is included in the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse? - CORRECT ANSWER Evaluating the client's response to medical interventions
The nurse is assigned a patient that she knows from her community. The patient is embarrassed by being cared for by someone he knows and feel exploited. What is this an example of? - CORRECT ANSWER Dual Relationship
According to the professional practice standards, what can a RN delegate? - CORRECT ANSWER Client assessments and coordination of clients plan of care
Which action when delegated to a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) or Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) by a RN violates the nurse practice act? - CORRECT ANSWER Comprehensive nursing assessment and health care education
Which of the following is included in the description of unprofessional conduct? - CORRECT ANSWER Permitting or allowing another person to use the nurse's license for any purpose
Which of the following would be considered unprofessional conduct for a nurse? - CORRECT ANSWER Failure to report another nurse with evidence of impairment while on duty
Which of the following does the Arizona State Board of Nursing have authority over? - CORRECT ANSWER Nursing education programs leading to licensure or certification
When should a nurse notify the board if they change his/her address? - CORRECT ANSWER Within 30 days of the address change
Interpret when a person is able to practice as a registered nurse without an Arizona or compact license? - CORRECT ANSWER When a nurse is licensed in another state and employed by the federal government
In order to qualify for RN licensure in Arizona, what evidence is required of graduates of an international nursing programs? - CORRECT ANSWER Passing NCLEX, graduating from a comparable nursing program, and demonstrating English language proficiency
How often is it required for a nursing license to be renewed in Arizona? - CORRECT ANSWER 4 years
What might occur if the Board finds that a nurse has committed an act of unprofessional conduct and there is insufficient seriousness related to patient care to warrant disciplinary action? - CORRECT ANSWER Issue a letter of concern
From which of the following does the board have the authority to issue an administrative penalty? - CORRECT ANSWER Practices nursing with an expired license
When would the board issue a Board Ordered Evaluation for the purpose of having a professional evaluation related to the alleged conduct? - CORRECT ANSWER All information has been received during the investigation of the complaint
When comparing the statements below, which action would demonstrate a felony? - CORRECT ANSWER Practicing registered or practical nursing without a license
What is the benefit of a compact license? - CORRECT ANSWER Practice in Arizona; license (with multistate privileges) from a participating compact state
If the board were to dismiss a complaint on a nurse they would need to identify which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER The nurse did not commit a violation of the nurse practice act
Which of these are considered unprofessional conduct by a nurse? - CORRECT ANSWER Fraudulently documenting care provided in the medical record when nursing assessments were not done.
What meets the board's practice requirement to renew an expired license? - CORRECT ANSWER Practicing as a nursing case manager
If a nurse were to engage in a romantic relationship with a patient, the nurse would be demonstrating which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER Attempting to engage in a dual relationship
If another nurse arrives on duty with alcohol on her breath, what should the witnessing nurse do first? - CORRECT ANSWER Notify the nursing supervisor and initiate measures to remove the nurse from patient care activities
Which of the following represent unprofessional conduct by a nurse? - CORRECT ANSWER Falsely claiming to have worked 960 hours in the last five years when renewing a nursing license
Which statement describes professionalism by a Registered Nurse? - CORRECT ANSWER Refraining from personal relationships with patients
What are the key components to responsible delegation? - CORRECT ANSWER Right task to right person
What is the board's action when there is a request for reissuance of a revoked or voluntarily surrendered license? - CORRECT ANSWER Investigation to determine eligibility to reissue the license
A family has a chronically sick child but is unable to consistently provide transportation for the clinic visits. The primary nurse of this child offers to personally transport the child on a regular basis even though the clinic has other options for transportation. What does this represent? - CORRECT ANSWER Failure to maintain professional boundaries
How does a nurse demonstrate understanding of the nursing scope of practice? - CORRECT ANSWER Planning patient teaching for discharge
A nurse is caring for a woman who was severely injured in a car accident. What action would validate that the nurse recognizes defined nursing standards? - CORRECT ANSWER Giving medical information as authorized by facilities policies and with a warrant
What is not included in the registered nurses scope of practice? - CORRECT ANSWER Diagnosing the patient with their medical diagnosis
Which of the following is considered unprofessional for a nursing program? - CORRECT ANSWER Permitting supervision of teaching-learning experiences lacking proper credentials
Which of the following is unprofessional conduct? - CORRECT ANSWER Leaving and abandoning patients during the shift without an adequate replacement
Which of the following are appropriate actions for a nurse to take when trying to renew a license? - CORRECT ANSWER Disclose any offenses involving drugs or alcohol since the last renewal
Which method reflects a nurses understanding in providing education to patients? - CORRECT ANSWER Identifies and meets educational needs of the patient
If the Registered Nurse was to assign a task to a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) which would be appropriate? - CORRECT ANSWER Showering patient being treated for pneumonia
Designating an LPN to which of the following would not be appropriate? - CORRECT ANSWER Completing a full assessment on a newly admitted patient
During a code situation which of the following would be appropriate for the nurse to delegate to a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)? - CORRECT ANSWER Have the Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) call for more help
Which of the following would not be considered advocating for the patient's best interest? - CORRECT ANSWER Promising everything is going to be okay when diagnosis or condition is not known
Which action would warrant the RN to intervene? - CORRECT ANSWER Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) electronically accessing a personal friend's medical record from another unit
Who legally approves proposed changes to a nurse's scope of practice - CORRECT ANSWER State Legislature
What best defines the RN activities of assessment, planning and evaluation? - CORRECT ANSWER Scope of Practice
What activities is a RN's responsibility? - CORRECT ANSWER Analyzing patient data
A physician yells at a nurse in front of the patient and throws a sharp object. What should the nurse's option be in response? - CORRECT ANSWER Notify the supervisor to address with appropriate medical staff
What would be considered unprofessional conduct of the RN? - CORRECT ANSWER Diverting patient medications for personal use
What is an example of maintaining accountability for delegation by the RN? - CORRECT ANSWER RN elicits feedback from the Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
A homeless patient comes to the ED when the nurse has the patient change into a gown; he/she discards the patient's unclean clothes and personal possessions. What is this an example of? - CORRECT ANSWER Unprofessional conduct
What would be a violation of the nurse practice act by the RN? - CORRECT ANSWER Delegate assessment to an LPN to determine plan of care
What would a nurse be subject to if he/she is recently convicted of a felony? - CORRECT ANSWER Revocation of the license
What does the Board of Nursing require for nurses to demonstrate continuing competence when renewing their license? - CORRECT ANSWER Meeting a practice requirement of 960 hours in past five years or documentation of a completed a refresher course [Show Less]