Understanding the Nurse Practice Act

What is the primary purpose of the Nurse Practice Act (NPA) in each state?

• To provide a national standard for nursing practice

• To define the scope of practice for nurses in that state

• To offer continuing education for nurses

• To establish international nursing guidelines

Who is responsible for revoking a nursing license if a nurse does not follow the standards set by the Nurse Practice Act?

• The American Nurses Association (ANA)

• The state legislature

• The state Board of Nursing

• The federal government

Which organization represents the interests of nurses across all 50 states in the United States?

• The National League for Nursing (NLN)

• The American Nurses Association (ANA)

• The World Health Organization (WHO)

• The International Council of Nurses (ICN)

What is one of the key missions of the American Nurses Association (ANA)?

• To provide free healthcare to all citizens

• To lead the profession to shape the future of nursing and health care

• To regulate nursing licenses

• To establish international nursing standards

Which document published by the ANA establishes an ethical framework for nursing practice?

• Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice

• The Code of Ethics for Nurses

• The Nurse Practice Act

• Nursing Licensure Compact

What does the "what" of nursing practice refer to according to the ANA?

• The environments where nursing occurs

• The definition of nursing and its focus areas

• The timing of nursing interventions

• The methods used in nursing practice

According to the ANA, when does nursing practice occur?

• Only during hospital hours

• When there is a need for nursing knowledge, wisdom, caring, leadership, practice, or education

• Only in emergency situations

• During scheduled appointments

What is the "why" of nursing practice as described by the ANA?

• To achieve positive health care consumer outcomes in response to society's changing needs

• To provide free healthcare services

• To ensure nurses work in hospitals

• To maintain a high nurse-to-patient ratio

What are the ANA Standards of Professional Nursing Practice?

• Guidelines for international nursing practice

• Authoritative statements of the actions and behaviors expected of all registered nurses

• Recommendations for nursing education programs

• Rules for hospital administration

Which of the following is NOT a focus of the American Nurses Association (ANA)?

• Fostering high standards of nursing practice

• Promoting a safe and ethical work environment

• Providing free medical equipment to nurses

• Advocating on health care issues that affect nurses and the public