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yoroshambo

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A nurse is moving to another state where she plans to practice nursing. Which of the following should she do to legally practice in another state?
 
  a. Take the NCLEX exam for that state.
  b. Seek reciprocity in the state.
  c. Present the previous state license at the time of hire.
  d. Seek a different profession.

Question 2

State Boards of Nursing (SBON) grant licensure to nurse who successfully pass the NCLEX exam. They also regulate the practice of nursing with the Nurse Practice Act of each state. What is the primary purpose of the SBON?
 
  a. Grant licenses
  b. Protect the public
  c. Defend the nurse
  d. Establish nurse/patient ratios for the state



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Answer to Question 1

B

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A This is not necessary if the state is a member of the Compact and is incorrect.
B In 1998, the NCSBN decided to approve mutual recognition of nurses from oth-er states in what is called the Compact licensure of participating states.
C This does not address the nurse's ability to acquire licensure in the state based on reciprocity.
D This does not address the nurse's ability to acquire licensure in the state based on reciprocity.

Answer to Question 2

B

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A This is a misconception of the responsibilities of the SBON.
B The main purpose of the SBON is to ensure the safety of the patient.
C This is a misconception of the responsibilities of the SBON.
D This is a misconception of the responsibilities of the SBON.



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