Unit II - Professional Socialization/Legal Accountability RN

Who issues your RN license?

• The school of nursing

• ACEN

• State board of Nursing

• American Nurses Association (ANA)

Which agency MUST approve your nursing education program?

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

• PA State Board of Nursing

• ANA

• ACEN

How many hours of continuing education are required for renewal of license?

• 40

• 32

• 20

• 30

Which statement is true about a temporary practice permit?

• TPP is good until you pass the NCLEX    

• TPP is renewable

• TPP is good for one year

• TPP is valid even after you receive an RN license

What is reciprocity?

• Happens automatically once you pass the NCLEX

• Accreditation approval

• Giving and receiving information

• Applying for a license in another state

Type in your answer: True or False: The NCLEX is the same in every state nationwide.

An RN develops a drug addiction: Which of the following is true?

• They lose license automatically

• They may receive help under the Impaired Professionals Program

• They may no longer practice nursing

• They may receive help under the rehabilitation act

True or False: An RN receives an additional license for other states under the NURSE LICENSURE COMPACT

• True

• False

At what stage of Novice to Expert does an RN modify the plan of care when appropriate, see the big picture and have improved decision making?

• Proficient

• Competent

• Novice

• Expert

Which of the following would not be a strategy to cope with transitional stress?

• Getting enough sleep

• Say yes as much as possible

• Recognize your value

• Treat yourself well