Nursing Registration Standards in Australia

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What is required in terms of criminal history when dealing with AHPRA?

Only disclose convicted criminal history

Disclose any criminal history, whether alleged or convicted (correct)

Disclose criminal history only if convicted

Do not disclose any criminal history

How can one demonstrate English language proficiency according to NMBA standards?

By achieving an IELTS or OET score no more than 2 years old (correct)

By completing a language course in any country

By submitting a statement of proficiency

By providing evidence of high school English grades

Where should a nurse/midwife have Professional Indemnity Insurance (PII) coverage?

Coverage is necessary for personal liability only

Must have coverage for professional practice in case of civil liability (correct)

Coverage is optional for professional practice

Coverage is only required for errors in clinical practice

When demonstrating English language proficiency, how old can the IELTS or OET score be?

No more than 2 years old Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of not having Professional Indemnity Insurance (PII) coverage?

Cannot practice nursing/midwifery professions Signup and view all the answers

Which countries are listed in the Registered Standard for meeting English language proficiency requirements?

Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK, South Africa, Republic of Ireland, USA Signup and view all the answers

According to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, what is the minimum number of hours of work a nurse or midwife must have over a 5-year period in order to maintain their registration?

450 hours Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a valid form of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia?

Watching an online lecture unrelated to nursing/midwifery Signup and view all the answers

The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia's registration standard on criminal history is primarily aimed at ensuring:

Only nurses and midwives who are suitable and safe to practice are registered Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the International Council of Nurses' Code of Ethics for Nurses?

To provide a framework for the professional practice of nursing globally Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key requirement for nurses and midwives to maintain their registration in Australia, according to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia?

Maintaining professional indemnity insurance arrangements Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia's registration standards?

Protecting the public by setting standards for safe and competent practice Signup and view all the answers

Which type of professional indemnity insurance arrangement is LEAST likely to provide appropriate coverage for an enrolled nurse?

Vicarious liability provided by the employer Signup and view all the answers

Under the NMBA Standards for Practice, what type of supervision is an enrolled nurse expected to work under?

Either direct or indirect supervision Signup and view all the answers

According to the NMBA Supervision guidelines, which of the following is NOT a key principle of supervision for nursing and midwifery practice?

Supervision is only required for new graduate nurses and midwives Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the process of delegation in nursing, as outlined in the text?

Both b and c are correct Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the LEAST likely way for an enrolled nurse to ensure they have appropriate professional indemnity insurance coverage?

By relying solely on vicarious liability provided by their employer Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key principle of supervision for nursing and midwifery practice, as outlined in the NMBA guidelines?

Supervision arrangements should be negotiated between the supervisor and supervisee Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main implications of the NMBA social media guidelines related to professionalism?

Sharing patient information publicly Signup and view all the answers

Which behavior is considered unethical according to the NMBA social media guidelines?

Promoting information that is false or misleading Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for nurses to avoid disclosing patient information on social media?

To ensure patient confidentiality and privacy Signup and view all the answers

What impact can sharing personal views on social and clinical issues have, according to the NMBA guidelines?

Leading to patient feeling judged or embarrassed Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a behavior that nurses 'must not do' regarding social media, based on the provided text?

Friend/follow clients or their friends or family Signup and view all the answers

What should nurses take care of when using apps and sites, as emphasized in the text?

Complying with professional obligations as per the Board's Code of conduct Signup and view all the answers

According to the NMBA and ANMF guidelines, what is the primary responsibility of a registered nurse when delegating tasks?

Ensuring the delegated task falls within the scope of practice of the person it is delegated to Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor that determines a nurse's scope of practice?

The nurse's level of education, competence, and legal requirements Signup and view all the answers

In the scenario where an enrolled nurse misinterpreted a medication order, who is ultimately responsible for the error?

The enrolled nurse who administered the incorrect dosage Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences a nurse's scope of practice, according to the guidelines?

The nurse's personal beliefs and values Signup and view all the answers

According to the NMBA's social media guidelines, what is the primary purpose of these guidelines?

To provide guidance on maintaining professional standards and boundaries on social media Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions would be considered a violation of the NMBA's social media guidelines for nurses?

Posting a photo of a patient's medical record on a personal social media account Signup and view all the answers