A nurse practicing in the early 1900s was awarded a permissive license. These licenses:
a. were voluntary; however, a nurse who failed the exam could not use the title RN.
b. required a maximum of 1 year of formalized nurse training.
c. allowed nurses who did not pass the licensure exam to still practice.
d. allowed nurses the choice of taking a written or oral licensure exam.
A nurse holds a license in one state but wishes to practice in a second state that is not participating in a nurse licensure compact agreement.
The nurse is granted licensure on payment of a fee but does not retake the licensure exam. The nurse obtains licensure in the second state:
a. by licensure and by endorsement.
b. through mandatory continuing education.
c. by the statutory process known as being grandfathered.
d. through sunset legislation.
A new graduate from a master's entry program in nursing announces, I just passed my clinical nurse leader certification exam. Certification as a clinical nurse leader:
a. is granted by the state boards of nursing.
b. denotes minimum level of knowledge and skills to practice safely.
c. allows independent nursing practice, often in primary care.
d. recognizes achievement of advanced skills and knowledge.
When participating in a nurse licensure compact, the nurse:
a. is held responsible for complying with the nursing practice laws in the state where practicing at the time care is rendered.
b. must purchase a license in each state but does not retake the licensure exam.
c. determines residency based on the state where educated as registered nurse.
d. may practice using one license in any state or territory in the United States that recognizes the NCLEX as the source of licensure.
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