Texas Nursing Jurisprudence | Texas
Board of Nursing | Academic Year
2026/2027
Section 1: Board of Nursing Functions, Structure, and Authority
Question 1
The primary mission of the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) is to:
A. Advocate for the professional interests of nurses in Texas.
B. Protect and promote the welfare of the people of Texas.
C. Establish maximum staffing ratios for hospitals and nursing facilities.
D. Provide liability insurance coverage for licensed nurses.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The BON's mission is to protect and promote the welfare of the
people of Texas by ensuring that each person holding a license as a nurse in the
state is competent to practice safely . The BON does not advocate for nurses'
professional interests, establish staffing ratios, or provide insurance. Its focus is
public protection, not professional advocacy.
Question 2
Which of the following correctly describes the difference between the Texas BON
and nursing specialty associations (such as the Texas Nurses Association)?
A. The BON sets nursing practice standards, while specialty associations enforce
them.
B. The BON protects the public interest, while specialty associations promote the
professional interests of their members.
C. The BON only regulates LVNs, while specialty associations regulate RNs.
,D. The BON creates continuing education requirements, while specialty
associations approve individual CE courses.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The BON is a state regulatory agency with the legal authority to
regulate nursing licensure, education, and practice to protect the public . Nursing
specialty associations are professional organizations that advocate for their
members, provide networking and educational opportunities, and promote the
nursing profession. They do not have regulatory enforcement authority.
Question 3
The Board of Nursing's authority to regulate nursing practice in Texas is derived
from:
A. The Texas Medical Board.
B. The Texas Hospital Association.
C. The Nursing Practice Act (NPA) in the Texas Occupations Code.
D. The American Nurses Association.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chapter 301 of the Texas Occupations Code contains the
Nursing Practice Act (NPA), which creates the BON and defines its responsibility
for regulating nursing education, licensure, and practice . The Board's authority
comes from this legislative grant, not from other boards or associations.
Question 4
Changes to the Nursing Practice Act (NPA) can only be made by:
A. The Texas Board of Nursing through formal rule-making.
B. The Texas Legislature through the passage of bills.
C. The Governor through executive order.
D. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale: Only the Legislature can change the NPA, so statutory changes
occur only every two years when the Legislature meets . The BON has rule-making
authority to implement and interpret the NPA, but it cannot amend the statute
itself. Rule changes are made by the Board, but statutory changes require
legislative action.
Question 5
Which of the following is a function of the Texas BON?
A. Approving nursing education programs in Texas.
B. Negotiating nurse salaries and benefits.
C. Lobbying the Legislature on behalf of nurses.
D. Providing direct patient care in state facilities.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Approval of nursing education programs is one of the primary
functions of the Texas BON in fulfilling its mission to protect the public . The
Board does not negotiate salaries, lobby on behalf of nurses, or provide direct
patient care.
Question 6
The BON's jurisdiction extends to which of the following?
A. Only RN practice in hospital settings.
B. Nursing practice, licensure, and education across all settings.
C. Only practice that occurs within Texas borders.
D. Only LVN practice.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The BON regulates nursing practice, licensure, and education
for both RNs and LVNs across all practice settings . Nurses practicing in Texas are
expected to know and practice in compliance with Chapters 301, 303, 304, and
305 of the Texas Occupations Code and Board Rules.
, Question 7
How often must a nurse renew their Texas nursing license?
A. Every year.
B. Every two years.
C. Every three years.
D. Every five years.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A nurse's license must be renewed every two years in order to
continue practicing in Texas . Failure to renew can result in a lapsed license and
potential disciplinary action.
Question 8
A nurse moves to a new address. How long does the nurse have to notify the BON
of the address change?
A. 24 hours.
B. 10 days.
C. 30 days.
D. 60 days.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nurses must send written notice clearly marked "change of
address" to the Board's office within ten (10) days of the occurrence . Failure to
do so can result in a lapse of the license and potential disciplinary action.
Question 9
Which title is protected by the Nursing Practice Act?
A. "Nurse's aide."
B. "RN" and "LVN."
Board of Nursing | Academic Year
2026/2027
Section 1: Board of Nursing Functions, Structure, and Authority
Question 1
The primary mission of the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) is to:
A. Advocate for the professional interests of nurses in Texas.
B. Protect and promote the welfare of the people of Texas.
C. Establish maximum staffing ratios for hospitals and nursing facilities.
D. Provide liability insurance coverage for licensed nurses.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The BON's mission is to protect and promote the welfare of the
people of Texas by ensuring that each person holding a license as a nurse in the
state is competent to practice safely . The BON does not advocate for nurses'
professional interests, establish staffing ratios, or provide insurance. Its focus is
public protection, not professional advocacy.
Question 2
Which of the following correctly describes the difference between the Texas BON
and nursing specialty associations (such as the Texas Nurses Association)?
A. The BON sets nursing practice standards, while specialty associations enforce
them.
B. The BON protects the public interest, while specialty associations promote the
professional interests of their members.
C. The BON only regulates LVNs, while specialty associations regulate RNs.
,D. The BON creates continuing education requirements, while specialty
associations approve individual CE courses.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The BON is a state regulatory agency with the legal authority to
regulate nursing licensure, education, and practice to protect the public . Nursing
specialty associations are professional organizations that advocate for their
members, provide networking and educational opportunities, and promote the
nursing profession. They do not have regulatory enforcement authority.
Question 3
The Board of Nursing's authority to regulate nursing practice in Texas is derived
from:
A. The Texas Medical Board.
B. The Texas Hospital Association.
C. The Nursing Practice Act (NPA) in the Texas Occupations Code.
D. The American Nurses Association.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chapter 301 of the Texas Occupations Code contains the
Nursing Practice Act (NPA), which creates the BON and defines its responsibility
for regulating nursing education, licensure, and practice . The Board's authority
comes from this legislative grant, not from other boards or associations.
Question 4
Changes to the Nursing Practice Act (NPA) can only be made by:
A. The Texas Board of Nursing through formal rule-making.
B. The Texas Legislature through the passage of bills.
C. The Governor through executive order.
D. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
Correct Answer: B
, Rationale: Only the Legislature can change the NPA, so statutory changes
occur only every two years when the Legislature meets . The BON has rule-making
authority to implement and interpret the NPA, but it cannot amend the statute
itself. Rule changes are made by the Board, but statutory changes require
legislative action.
Question 5
Which of the following is a function of the Texas BON?
A. Approving nursing education programs in Texas.
B. Negotiating nurse salaries and benefits.
C. Lobbying the Legislature on behalf of nurses.
D. Providing direct patient care in state facilities.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Approval of nursing education programs is one of the primary
functions of the Texas BON in fulfilling its mission to protect the public . The
Board does not negotiate salaries, lobby on behalf of nurses, or provide direct
patient care.
Question 6
The BON's jurisdiction extends to which of the following?
A. Only RN practice in hospital settings.
B. Nursing practice, licensure, and education across all settings.
C. Only practice that occurs within Texas borders.
D. Only LVN practice.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The BON regulates nursing practice, licensure, and education
for both RNs and LVNs across all practice settings . Nurses practicing in Texas are
expected to know and practice in compliance with Chapters 301, 303, 304, and
305 of the Texas Occupations Code and Board Rules.
, Question 7
How often must a nurse renew their Texas nursing license?
A. Every year.
B. Every two years.
C. Every three years.
D. Every five years.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A nurse's license must be renewed every two years in order to
continue practicing in Texas . Failure to renew can result in a lapsed license and
potential disciplinary action.
Question 8
A nurse moves to a new address. How long does the nurse have to notify the BON
of the address change?
A. 24 hours.
B. 10 days.
C. 30 days.
D. 60 days.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nurses must send written notice clearly marked "change of
address" to the Board's office within ten (10) days of the occurrence . Failure to
do so can result in a lapse of the license and potential disciplinary action.
Question 9
Which title is protected by the Nursing Practice Act?
A. "Nurse's aide."
B. "RN" and "LVN."
