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rayancarla1 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A nurse educator is teaching a group of nursing students about the function of the state board of nursing. Which information will the educator include in the teaching session? Select all that apply.

A) Creating the NCLEX-RN examination
B) Defining professional standards
C) Investigating violations of the nurse practice act
D) Suspending or revoking licenses
E) Finding drug treatment centers for impaired nurses

Question 2

The nurse is providing care for a client recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which is the reason for using the Nursing Outcomes Classification (NOC) system when formulating client outcomes when planning care?

A) The NOC looks more professional in the plan of care.
B) The NOC allows better nursing communication.
C) The NOC facilitates the collection of client care data.
D) It would be easier than forming other types outcomes.

Jbrasil · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: B, C, D

Boards of nursing oversee nursing licensure by defining professional standards, investigating violations of the nurse practice act, sanctioning those who violate the nurse practice act, and suspending or revoking licenses. The National Council for the State Boards of Nursing creates the NCLEX-RN examinations. The state board of nursing is not responsible for finding treatment programs for drug-impaired nurses.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B

The standardized language of the NOC allows nurses to describe nursing problems, treatments, and outcomes in a consistent manner that is understood by all nurses. The NOC was not devised to make outcomes easier or more professional looking. Outcomes are based on data already collected and do not facilitate data gathering.