N4: Exam 3 - Nursing Jurisprudence Questions and Answers Graded A+

N4: Exam 3 - Nursing Jurisprudence Questions and Answers Graded A+ What is nursing jurisprudence? the application of the principles of law as they relate to: -the practice of nursing -obligations of nurses to their patients -relations of nurses with each other & HCPs What are nursing ethics? moral values, duties, and commitments of nurses in their practice The mission of TBON is to protect and promote welfare of: the people Nursing Jurisprudence Exam Based on NPA and TBON rules and regulations 50 Questions (38Q/75% is passing) Must pass before you can take NCLEX Can take ~10 days after applying to TBON May retest if unsuccessful Who represents their members? Professional organizations Who represents the people of Texas? Texas BON Who cannot lobby legislature? Texas BON Who regulates practice settings to improve work conditions and benefits for nurses? Professional associations TBON services: licensing, enforcement services, audit of CEUs, information services Non-BON services: job referrals, legal referrals, salary questions, co-worker disputes, employment issues TBON Licensing: GN permit lasts for 75 days or until pass/fail of NCLEX TBON Licensing: Notification of license renewal You will receive postcard 60 days prior TBON Licensing: Continuing Education Must complete 20 hrs every 2 years First renewal period is exempt CE hours must be in area of practice Keep records for 4 years in case of audit TBON Licensing: Initial licensure criteria -submit & pass background check -submit application fee -verified completion of nursing program -keep up with financial aid/loan payments -pass NJE -pass NCLEX NCLEX info: # of questions: 75 minimum, 265 maximum test is adaptive to knowledge base. TBON ID regulation You may not call yourself a nurse without a license. Name badge with license level worn at all times.