Ohio Nursing Jurisprudence Exam
QUESTION AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2026 Q&A INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Which organization is responsible for regulating nursing practice in Ohio?
A. American Nurses Association (ANA)
B. Ohio Department of Health
C. Ohio Board of Nursing (OBN)
D. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Rationale: The Ohio Board of Nursing is the state regulatory body responsible
for licensing and regulating nurses in Ohio.
2. What is the primary purpose of the Nurse Practice Act in Ohio?
A. To define hospital policies
B. To define the scope of nursing practice and protect public safety
C. To provide nursing education standards
D. To set nursing salaries
Rationale: The Nurse Practice Act establishes legal boundaries for nursing
practice and protects patients by defining standards.
3. A licensed practical nurse (LPN) in Ohio may perform which of the following
under RN supervision?
A. Prescribing medications
B. Administering medications
C. Developing a nursing care plan independently
D. Performing surgery
Rationale: LPNs can administer medications and perform nursing care under RN
supervision but cannot prescribe medications or perform independent
assessments.
4. How often must a registered nurse in Ohio renew their license?
,A. Every year
B. Every 2 years
C. Every 2 years
D. Every 5 years
Rationale: Ohio requires RNs to renew their licenses every two years and
complete continuing education requirements.
5. Which action is considered unprofessional conduct for a nurse in Ohio?
A. Administering medications safely
B. Falsifying patient records
C. Reporting errors
D. Following standard precautions
Rationale: Falsifying patient records violates professional and legal standards
and is considered unprofessional conduct.
6. What is required for a nurse to practice in Ohio if licensed in another state?
A. Nothing; licenses are automatically recognized
B. Apply for employment in Ohio
C. Obtain an Ohio nursing license through endorsement
D. Take a refresher course
Rationale: Nurses licensed in other states must obtain an Ohio license via
endorsement to legally practice in Ohio.
7. Who is legally responsible for delegating tasks to a licensed practical nurse
(LPN) in Ohio?
A. The LPN
B. The registered nurse (RN)
C. The physician
D. The patient
Rationale: RNs are responsible for delegation and supervision of LPNs in
accordance with Ohio law.
8. Which statement about informed consent is correct?
A. Only physicians can obtain informed consent
B. Nurses may obtain consent for surgery
, C. Nurses may witness the patient’s signature on the consent form
D. Informed consent is not required for minor procedures
Rationale: Nurses can witness consent but cannot provide or obtain consent for
surgeries.
9. What is the minimum age required for licensure as a registered nurse in
Ohio?
A. 16
B. 17
C. 18
D. 21
Rationale: Ohio requires applicants to be at least 18 years old to obtain an RN
license.
10. Which of the following is a nurse’s responsibility when reporting suspected
abuse?
A. Ignore minor incidents
B. Report only if requested by the physician
C. Report immediately to the appropriate authorities
D. Discuss with colleagues first
Rationale: Ohio law mandates that nurses report any suspected abuse to protect
vulnerable populations.
11. Which principle guides a nurse in maintaining patient confidentiality?
A. Beneficence
B. Nonmaleficence
C. HIPAA regulations
D. Autonomy
Rationale: The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) sets
federal standards for protecting patient health information.
12. A nurse in Ohio observes a colleague diverting medications. What should the
nurse do first?
A. Confront the colleague privately
B. Report immediately to the Ohio Board of Nursing or appropriate authority
QUESTION AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2026 Q&A INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Which organization is responsible for regulating nursing practice in Ohio?
A. American Nurses Association (ANA)
B. Ohio Department of Health
C. Ohio Board of Nursing (OBN)
D. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Rationale: The Ohio Board of Nursing is the state regulatory body responsible
for licensing and regulating nurses in Ohio.
2. What is the primary purpose of the Nurse Practice Act in Ohio?
A. To define hospital policies
B. To define the scope of nursing practice and protect public safety
C. To provide nursing education standards
D. To set nursing salaries
Rationale: The Nurse Practice Act establishes legal boundaries for nursing
practice and protects patients by defining standards.
3. A licensed practical nurse (LPN) in Ohio may perform which of the following
under RN supervision?
A. Prescribing medications
B. Administering medications
C. Developing a nursing care plan independently
D. Performing surgery
Rationale: LPNs can administer medications and perform nursing care under RN
supervision but cannot prescribe medications or perform independent
assessments.
4. How often must a registered nurse in Ohio renew their license?
,A. Every year
B. Every 2 years
C. Every 2 years
D. Every 5 years
Rationale: Ohio requires RNs to renew their licenses every two years and
complete continuing education requirements.
5. Which action is considered unprofessional conduct for a nurse in Ohio?
A. Administering medications safely
B. Falsifying patient records
C. Reporting errors
D. Following standard precautions
Rationale: Falsifying patient records violates professional and legal standards
and is considered unprofessional conduct.
6. What is required for a nurse to practice in Ohio if licensed in another state?
A. Nothing; licenses are automatically recognized
B. Apply for employment in Ohio
C. Obtain an Ohio nursing license through endorsement
D. Take a refresher course
Rationale: Nurses licensed in other states must obtain an Ohio license via
endorsement to legally practice in Ohio.
7. Who is legally responsible for delegating tasks to a licensed practical nurse
(LPN) in Ohio?
A. The LPN
B. The registered nurse (RN)
C. The physician
D. The patient
Rationale: RNs are responsible for delegation and supervision of LPNs in
accordance with Ohio law.
8. Which statement about informed consent is correct?
A. Only physicians can obtain informed consent
B. Nurses may obtain consent for surgery
, C. Nurses may witness the patient’s signature on the consent form
D. Informed consent is not required for minor procedures
Rationale: Nurses can witness consent but cannot provide or obtain consent for
surgeries.
9. What is the minimum age required for licensure as a registered nurse in
Ohio?
A. 16
B. 17
C. 18
D. 21
Rationale: Ohio requires applicants to be at least 18 years old to obtain an RN
license.
10. Which of the following is a nurse’s responsibility when reporting suspected
abuse?
A. Ignore minor incidents
B. Report only if requested by the physician
C. Report immediately to the appropriate authorities
D. Discuss with colleagues first
Rationale: Ohio law mandates that nurses report any suspected abuse to protect
vulnerable populations.
11. Which principle guides a nurse in maintaining patient confidentiality?
A. Beneficence
B. Nonmaleficence
C. HIPAA regulations
D. Autonomy
Rationale: The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) sets
federal standards for protecting patient health information.
12. A nurse in Ohio observes a colleague diverting medications. What should the
nurse do first?
A. Confront the colleague privately
B. Report immediately to the Ohio Board of Nursing or appropriate authority
