The nursing staff is discussing the concept of competency. Which ...

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The nursing staff is discussing the concept of competency. Which information about competency should a nurse recognize as true?
 
  A. Competency is determined with a client's compliance with treatment.
  B. Refusal of medication can initiate an incompetency hearing leading to forced medications.
  C. A competent client has the ability to make reasonable judgments and decisions.
  D. Competency is a medical determination made by the client's physician.

Question 2

A nursing instructor is presenting content on the provisions of the Nurse Practice Act as it relates to their state. Which student statement indicates a need for further instruction?
 
  A. The Nurse Practice Act provides a list of definitions of important terms, including the definition of nursing.
  B. The Nurse Practice Act lists education requirements for licensure and reciprocity.
  C. The Nurse Practice Act contains detailed statements that describe the scope of practice for registered nurses (RNs).
  D. The Nurse Practice Act lists the general authority and powers of the state board of nursing.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
A competent individual's cognition is not impaired to an extent that would interfere with decision making.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The nurse practice act contains broad, not detailed, statements that describe the scope of practice for various levels of nursing (APN, RN, LPN), not just for the RN. This student statement indicates a need for further instruction.