Facts about the Exam - correct answer2 hours long
Must pass with 75%
Minimum of 50 questions
Topics covered on the exam - correct answer Nursing
... [Show More] Licensure and Regulation in Texas
Nursing Ethics
Nursing Practice
Nursing Peer Review
Disciplinary Action
The Mission of The Board of Nursing - correct answer To protect the People of Texas
How does BON fulfill its mission? - correct answer1. Makes sure that RNs are competent
2. Regulates the practice of nursing and approves of nursing education programs
3. Makes their mission a priority over anything else pertaining tol nursing
What can BON do? - correct answer1. Represent the people of Texas
2.Ensure that RNs meet the standards of safe practice
What can professional Associations do? - correct answer1. Represent their members in legislative, political, and policy matters
2. Provide leadership opportunities for members
3. Can lobby
True or False: The Board of Nursing can lobby in legislation. - correct answer FALSE. The BON cannot lobby, but nursing associations can. The Board of Nursing is a resource for nurses but not a representative for nurses.
True or False: The Board of Nursing regulates practice settings and answer questions about employment. - correct answer FALSE. The BON does not answer questions about employment , so ask appropriate questions to the correct hospital. The BON also does not regulate practice settings; it regulates nurses through their rules and requirements.
NPA 301.251 - correct answer You cannot call yourself a nurse or practice in Texas without a license
NPA 217.10 - correct answer Items required to be on your name badge
1.First name
2.Last name
3.Credentials
Temporary Permit Expires - correct answer1. In 75 days
2. When you pass or fail NCLEX
3. For people who are already licensed, temporary licenses expire after 120 days
Benefits of Paperless Licenses - correct answer They are safer and more effective. Less likely to have identity fraud.
Continuing Education - correct answer RNs must submit verification of 20 hours of CE in the 2 years prior to licensure or reactivation of delinquent license.
How many hours of CE's must and RN submit? - correct answer20 hours within the 2 years prior to licensure or reactivation of delinquent license
True or False: Certification can count towards CE's. - correct answer True; RN's must maintain or renew their approved national nursing certification
Rule 216 - correct answer Continuing Competency
NPA 304 and Rule 220 - correct answer Nurse Licensure Compact
Benefits of Nursing Compact - correct answer increases nurse's mobility and facilitates innovative and cooperative healthcare
Nurse Licensure Compact States - correct answer Texas
New Mexico
Arizona
Utah
Colorado
Idaho
Minnesota
North Dakota
South Dakota
Nebraska
Iowa
Wisconsin
Missouri
Arkansas
Mississippi
Tennessee
Kentucky
North Carolina
South Carolina
Virginia
Delaware
Maryland
Rhode Island
New Hampshire
Maine
What does a person need to report about their criminal record? - correct answer pending criminal charges or anything beyond a class C misdemeanor
True or False: Falsifying information to BON can be more damaging than the actual criminal behavior. - correct answer True; Inform BON of your misconduct instead of hiding it
Categories of Trust - correct answer Honesty, Accountability, Trustworthiness, Reliability, and Integrity
Integrity - correct answer Taking responsibility for actions and inactions
What is the the highest level of responsibility of the nurse? - correct answer duty to the patient
Boundary Violations - correct answer Flirtations, selective communications, "You and me against the world", secretive behavior
Rules 217.12 Professional Conduct - correct answer Using fraud or deceit in getting a license
inappropriately using nursing license
Impersonating another person in examination
Aiding and abetting someone in unlawful practice [Show Less]