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What is the primary aim of the Philippine Nursing Act of 2002 as stated in the Declaration of Policy?
What is the primary aim of the Philippine Nursing Act of 2002 as stated in the Declaration of Policy?
Who has the authority to appoint the members of the Professional Regulatory Board of Nursing?
Who has the authority to appoint the members of the Professional Regulatory Board of Nursing?
What is a requirement for the appointment of members to the Board of Nursing?
What is a requirement for the appointment of members to the Board of Nursing?
What does the Philippine Nursing Act of 2002 aim to guarantee for the nursing profession?
What does the Philippine Nursing Act of 2002 aim to guarantee for the nursing profession?
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What legal document does the Philippine Nursing Act of 2002 repeal?
What legal document does the Philippine Nursing Act of 2002 repeal?
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What is one key responsibility of registered nurses in relation to community resources?
What is one key responsibility of registered nurses in relation to community resources?
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What must registered nurses do to maintain their competence in the field?
What must registered nurses do to maintain their competence in the field?
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What is a requirement for nursing students performing nursing functions?
What is a requirement for nursing students performing nursing functions?
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Which of the following is NOT included in the responsibilities of registered nurses related to nursing education?
Which of the following is NOT included in the responsibilities of registered nurses related to nursing education?
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What role does research play in the development of nursing practice?
What role does research play in the development of nursing practice?
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Under what circumstance may a licensed nurse from a foreign country be issued a special/temporary permit?
Under what circumstance may a licensed nurse from a foreign country be issued a special/temporary permit?
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What is a key condition for the validity of a special/temporary permit?
What is a key condition for the validity of a special/temporary permit?
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Which of the following individuals would NOT be eligible for a certificate of registration or special/temporary permit?
Which of the following individuals would NOT be eligible for a certificate of registration or special/temporary permit?
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What should the Board provide to an applicant whose permit or registration is denied?
What should the Board provide to an applicant whose permit or registration is denied?
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What is the required action if a licensed nurse is found guilty of immoral conduct?
What is the required action if a licensed nurse is found guilty of immoral conduct?
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What is a requirement for a person occupying a supervisory or managerial position in nursing?
What is a requirement for a person occupying a supervisory or managerial position in nursing?
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Which of the following is NOT a qualification for a chief nurse?
Which of the following is NOT a qualification for a chief nurse?
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What additional requirement is specified for chief nurses in military hospitals?
What additional requirement is specified for chief nurses in military hospitals?
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What action is required within ninety days from the effectivity of the Act?
What action is required within ninety days from the effectivity of the Act?
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Which educational requirement must a person have to be eligible as a supervisor in nursing?
Which educational requirement must a person have to be eligible as a supervisor in nursing?
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What is the maximum time given for individuals occupying nursing positions prior to the Act to qualify?
What is the maximum time given for individuals occupying nursing positions prior to the Act to qualify?
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Which group is prioritized when appointing chief nurses in public health nursing?
Which group is prioritized when appointing chief nurses in public health nursing?
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What kind of studies should the Board conduct for nursing manpower?
What kind of studies should the Board conduct for nursing manpower?
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What is the main role of the Commission regarding the Board's records?
What is the main role of the Commission regarding the Board's records?
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Which power is NOT granted to the Board?
Which power is NOT granted to the Board?
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What criteria are the Board members' compensation and allowances based on?
What criteria are the Board members' compensation and allowances based on?
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Under which law do the current Chairperson and Members of the Board serve until replaced?
Under which law do the current Chairperson and Members of the Board serve until replaced?
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Which of the following is a duty of the Board?
Which of the following is a duty of the Board?
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Which of the following statements about the Chairperson and Members of the Board is correct?
Which of the following statements about the Chairperson and Members of the Board is correct?
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What is one of the Board's responsibilities regarding nursing practice?
What is one of the Board's responsibilities regarding nursing practice?
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Who is responsible for designating the Secretary of the Board?
Who is responsible for designating the Secretary of the Board?
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Study Notes
Philippine Nursing Act of 2002
- The Philippine Nursing Act of 2002 (RA 9173) supersedes the Philippine Nursing Act of 1991 (RA 7164)
- The law establishes a Professional Regulatory Board of Nursing (Board) responsible for regulating the nursing profession in the Philippines.
- The Board consists of a Chairperson and six members appointed by the President, based on recommendations from the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC).
- Members of the Board require qualifications: be a Filipino citizen; be a registered nurse with at least five years of practice; have a master's degree in nursing; and be a member in good standing of an accredited professional organization of nurses.
- The Board has numerous powers and duties, including:
- Conducting licensure examinations for nurses
- Issuing, suspending, or revoking certificates of registration
- Monitoring and enforcing quality standards of nursing practice
- Ensuring quality nursing education
- The law establishes criteria for issuing special/temporary permits to foreign nurses providing services temporarily in the Philippines.
- Persons convicted of offenses involving moral turpitude or found to be of unsound mind are prohibited from registration and issuance of certificates.
- The law outlines the scope of nursing practice and the responsibilities of nurses, including:
- Providing nursing care to individuals, families, and communities
- Promoting health and disease prevention
- Collaborating with healthcare teams
- Conducting health education and research
- Supervising nursing students
- The law also establishes qualifications for nursing service administrators, requiring:
- Registration as a nurse in the Philippines
- Minimum of two years' experience in general nursing service administration
- A Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree with management and administration courses
- Membership in good standing with an accredited professional organization of nurses
- Chief nurses or directors of nursing services require additional qualifications, such as:
- Five years of experience in a supervisory or managerial position
- A master's degree in nursing
- The law calls for studies on nursing manpower needs, production, utilization, and development.
- The Board, in coordination with other organizations, is mandated to develop a comprehensive nursing specialty program to improve the skills and competence of specialty nurse clinicians.
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Explore the key provisions of the Philippine Nursing Act of 2002, which enhances the regulation of the nursing profession in the Philippines. Learn about the establishment of the Professional Regulatory Board of Nursing and its responsibilities, including licensure examinations and maintaining nursing education standards.
