(verified exam Q%A
which of the following is not a core competency of APRN'S? - (answers)Delegated Practice is
not a core competency of the APRN. The nurse practitioner may delegate individual tasks
but not the practice. The APRN must demonstrate competency in technology and
information literacy health delivery systems ethical principles and decision-making.
Which of the following is characteristic of the leadership competency for APRN's? -
(answers)Participating in a community focused program that promotes mental health
exemplifies a leadership competency. Evaluating the appropriate use of seclusion and
restraints, developing an age-appropriate treatment plan, and modifying the treatment plan
based on clients' needs are clinical competencies.
All of the following are characteristics of the independent practice competency except: -
(answers)Taking opportunities to influence health policy and reduce stigma of mental health
services exemplifies health policy competency. Considering differential diagnoses,
conducting psychotherapy and implementing plans to minimize comorbidity are examples of
practicing with full practice authority at the top of the professional license.
A state's Nurse Practice Act specifies all of the following except: - (answers)The state Nurse
Practice Act does not provide oversight of services and benefits provided to the patient. It
does define who may use the title and the work of the nurse practitioner as well as restrict
the practice of the professional.
Which of the following may govern the profession of the PMHNP? - (answers)Statutory laws
govern the practice of a profession. the U.S Constitution, certifications, and city ordinances
do not address professional practices.
Which of the following factors are facilitating the growth of the PMHNP? -
(answers)Decreased stigmatization regarding mental health enhances the growth of the
profession. Increased competition, overlapping scope of practice, and mandated
collaborative practice relationships restrict the growth of the profession.
, Why is it necessary for insurance companies to credential PMHNP'S? - (answers)The purpose
of credentialing is to ensure public safety and a minimum level of professional competence:
this helps reduce vicarious liability on insurance companies. Insurance companies do not
define the scope of practice: they have nothing to do with professional organizations who
grant certification. State governing bodies define the role of the nurse practitioner.
which of the following allows the PMHNP to practice in a state? - (answers)Certification
allows a professional to practice their profession in a state. Certification designates
successful completion of a course of study. Credentialing is a process that verifies minimum
levels of professional competency to ensure public safety. Graduation is ceremony offered by
an education institution in accordance with established criteria of completion.
All of the following statements are true regarding scope of practice except: - (answers)The
cope of practice defines the nurse practitioner role and actions, identifies minimal
competencies held by all nurse practitioners, and varies broadly from state to state. It does
not provide a way to judge the nature of care provided.
All of the following statements are true regarding standards of practice except: -
(answers)Standards of practice reflect the professional agreement that focuses on the
minimum levels of acceptable performance, a means of judging the nature of care provided,
and can be used legally to describe the standard of care that must be met by a provider. it
does not identify competencies held by all nurse practitioners as that is provided in the
scope of practice.
All of the following are considered personal health identifiers except: - (answers)Personal
health identifiers include name, address, and phone number. Patient diagnosis is not
considered a personal health identifier.
Unless the patient provides consent for releasing information, the health information
Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Prohibits the disclosure of personal health
identifiers to all of the following except: - (answers)The patient must consent to the release
of personal health identifiers to next of kin, clergy and an attorney. Patient consent is not
required to release personal health identifiers to a patient's health insurance company.