KBN Questions and Answers Already Graded A

KBN Questions and Answers Already Graded A A new nurse wants to review the Kentucky Nursing Laws. Where would the nurse obtain the most authoritative and up-to-date source for this information? The Kentucky Legislative Research Commission's website In which case does Kentucky Nursing Law allow for the practice of nursing without a Kentucky nursing license? A nurse licensed in another state who is presenting a continuing education program in Kentucky The registered nurse (RN) observes the nurse practitioner (APRN) remove a narcotic from the electronic medication dispensing machine and self-medicate. Which action is required for the RN to take? Report the APRN to the Board of Nursing in writing What continuing education requirements are mandated by Kentucky Nursing Laws for licensure? A total of 4.5 contact hours related to domestic violence, HIV/AIDs, and pediatric abusive head trauma education/training Which nurse must have an active nursing license issued by the Kentucky Board of Nursing (KBN)? The RN who volunteers 30-hours a week in a free-standing clinic to treat the homeless in a Kentucky municipality In which situation may completion of an approved refresher course or 120 hours of continuing education most likely be required? The former nurse who allowed her license to lapse 7 years ago while raising a family Any licensee or holder of a credential is legally required to maintain what type of information on file with the KBN? A legal mailing address The advanced practice registered nurse is also a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE). What must the APRN do to maintain this SANE credential? Renew the credential every year The nurse is applying for a job and attaches a copy of the email notification of licensure with a resume. The nurse manager accesses the KBN Web site to verify licensure, but the resource is temporarily unavailable. What should the nurse manager do next? Check back later to verify licensure online Which of the following statements about license renewal is correct? The renewal period for licensure ends at midnight October 31st ET every year One of the roles of the registered nurse (RN) is the administration of medication and treatment as prescribed by a physician, physician assistant, dentist, or advanced practice registered nurse. Which of the following is a component of medication administration listed in the Kentucky Nursing Law? Observing, recording, and reporting desired effects, untoward reactions, and side effects of drug therapy The licensed practical nurse (LPN) with IV training is assigned several ill but medically stable clients. For which client would the LPN need to enlist the help of the RN? The client with urosepsis requiring blood cultures drawn from a central venous catheter Which of these statements best reflects a requirement of being an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) in Kentucky? The APRN must be certified in at least one population focus According to KBN practice guidelines, which activity is outside the scope of practice for dialysis technicians? Administration of blood or blood products under the supervision of the RN Of the health care workers who are licensed or credentialed by the KBN, which one can dispense non-controlled legend medications? Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner, if employed by a health department The resident in a long-term care facility has a Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) protocol documented in the record. The licensed practice nurse (LPN) caring for the resident observes that the resident is not breathing and is pulseless. What action should the LPN take? Notify the RN supervisor of the findings Which task would the registered nurse NOT assign to the licensed practical nurse? Withdrawal of blood specimen from a central venous catheter Which of the following nursing tasks would be appropriate for the nurse to assign to an experienced nurse assistant? Obtain vital signs for a group of stable clients A client has just returned from surgery and there is an order to ambulate in the hallway. The nurse tells the unlicensed assistant to "go in and get the client up and moving right away." Can this nursing task be delegated to the unlicensed assistant? No, because the postoperative assessment of the client must be completed first A nurse is assigned to care for an acutely ill client who will undergo peritoneal dialysis. The nurse, who has never performed peritoneal dialysis, reads the policy manual and carefully infuses the dialysate; the nurse does not ask for assistance. The client later develops peritonitis, becomes septic and dies. Is the nurse potentially liable for the client outcome? Yes, because the nurse is obligated to ask for the help of a nurse who is competent to perform the procedure The registered nurse (RN) arrives at work to find that all other scheduled nurses have notified the supervisor that they are "sick" and will not work the shift. The RN decides to stay and takes report on all 24 patients after being told that she will get more help. When help does not arrive, the nurse decides to leave. What action must she take before leaving the unit? Communicate to supervisory nursing personnel about the staffing needs and demonstrate reasonable and prudent efforts to place the clients in another nurse's care The nurse, who is caring for a client with complex and unique health needs, describes the nature of the illness in great detail in an online forum for nurses (using only the client's initials). What, if any, consequence could result from posting this information online? The nurse could be disciplined by KBN for breach of confidentiality What is one of the functions of the Consumer Protection Branch of the Kentucky Board of Nursing? To monitor nurses on probation Which of these actions may be grounds for discipline by the KBN? Practicing without a current, active nursing license Which of the following individuals may obtain employment as a licensed nurse in Kentucky? Someone with a current, active Kentucky license or temporary work permit Nursing students are discussing the requirements for reporting nurses who violate the Kentucky Nursing Laws. Which of these statements made by the students is correct? "Complaints can be submitted by anyone." After several clients denied receiving pain relief despite being medicated, an investigation is begun by the health care facility. The nurse confesses to diverting narcotic medications for her own use. What can the nurse expect to happen next? The nurse's actions must be reported to the Kentucky Board of Nursing In which situation might the KBN issue an immediate temporary suspension (ITS) of a nurse's license, pending the outcome of an investigation? Failure to pay court-ordered child support The nurse is required to submit to a mental health evaluation. Which of the following statements about this requirement is correct? Failure to comply with the order may result in suspension of the license During an investigation it has been determined that the nurse represents a substantial danger to the public. What should the nurse expect to happen next? The KBN can immediately suspend the nurse's license and continue the investigation Which statement accurately describes the nurse's rights throughout disciplinary proceedings? The nurse has the right to legal counsel An investigation into a complaint against a nurse concludes that a violation of Kentucky Nursing Laws occurred. The nurse disagrees with the finding. What will happen next? a former hearing is scheduled In addition to denial, revocation, or suspension of a license or certificate, what other action can the KBN take on a license when a licensee or certificate holder violates Kentucky Nursing Laws? Place conditions, limitations, or restrictions on the license or certificate The employer must verify the licensure of the APRN from Kentucky to check that there are no adverse actions taken against the nurse. Which agent is used by the KBN to meet their reporting requirements? Nursys Database The nurse with a chemical dependency agrees to participate in the KARE program. The nurse agrees to be monitored by this program for what length of time? 5 yrs