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A 55 year old male was admitted to hospital. The patient's mother wants to know what is
happening with her son's health. The provider begins to share medical information with
mom. There is no signed HIPAA waiver in patients chart. This is not a HIPAA violation
considering this is the patient's mother.
True
False - ANSFalse
An NP must have a DNP to prescribe controlled substances
True
False - ANSFalse
APN is an umbrella term used by some states and some nursing associations to identify
nurse with specialized roles in advanced practice. What other titles are considered
advanced practice nursing roles?
Nurse Anesthetist
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Adult Family Nurse Practitioner
A and B only
All of the above - ANSAll of the above
At what level of government is the role of the nurse practitioner defined?
By the county in which the NP practices
By the state in which the NP practices
By the federal government - ANSBy the state in which the NP practices
Different states have different titles for NPs. All of the following are recognized titles for
Nurse Practitioners EXCEPT:
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Registered Nurse Practitioner Provider - ANSRegistered Nurse Practitioner Provider
DNP stands for Doctor of Nursing Profession?
True
False - ANSFalse
Health insurers can use genetic information to make enrollment or coverage decisions
True
False - ANSFalse
In 1997, Medicare reimbursement to NPs regardless of their geographic area of practice
was authorized by Congress.
True
False - ANSFalse