Nursing Practice Act and Legal Boundaries Quiz

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What is the purpose of Standards of Nursing Practice according to the text?

To outline legal requirements for nurses

To provide guidelines for patients' family members

To guide nurses in providing competent care (correct)

To offer financial protection to healthcare institutions

Which organization's parameters are mentioned in the text as part of the assessment standards?

World Health Organization (WHO) (correct)

United Nations (UN)

International Red Cross

Doctors Without Borders

What does a nurse do in the 'DIAGNOSIS / ANALYSIS' standard according to the text?

Prescribe medication

Perform surgical procedures

Administer vaccines

Analyze assessment data to determine patient diagnoses (correct)

Who is accountable for the quality of nursing practice according to the text?

Each nurse Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized in the ANA Standard of Practice related to 'ASSESSMENT'?

Collecting pertinent cues/data and information related to the patient's health Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of nursing as a profession, according to the text?

Code of ethics and standards Signup and view all the answers

According to the California Board of Nursing, when is a registered nurse considered competent?

When they show consistent ability to apply scientific knowledge in the nursing process Signup and view all the answers

What does the California Board of Nursing support regarding patient care?

Patient's right to dignified and competent healthcare Signup and view all the answers

In nursing practice, what is emphasized for making care plans according to the text?

Knowing the patient's diagnosis in a timely fashion Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes nursing as a profession, as highlighted in the text?

Autonomy, self-regulation, and code of ethics Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of the Nurse Practice Act in each state?

To regulate the practice and licensure of nursing to protect the public Signup and view all the answers

What does a professional license aim to do according to the text?

To protect the public from harm by setting minimal qualifications and competencies Signup and view all the answers

What are some disciplinary issues outlined in the Nursing Practice Act?

Having a personal relationship with a client Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for renewing an RN license?

Continuing education units (CEU) every 2 years Signup and view all the answers

As a student nurse, what are you responsible for according to the text?

Being familiar with facility policies and procedures Signup and view all the answers

What type of content should not be shared according to the provided text?

Harmful, disparaging, racist Signup and view all the answers

Which organization's social media principles are referenced in the text?

American Nurses Association Signup and view all the answers

Where can one find information on the scope of RN practice including standardized procedures?

California Board of Nursing Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for fostering a culture of ethical practice?

Exploring moral resilience Signup and view all the answers

Which publication emphasizes person-centered nursing care in its content?

Fundamentals of nursing: The art and science of person-centered nursing care Signup and view all the answers