#1
Which organization establishes nursing practice standards in the United States?
American Nursing Association (ANA)
ExplanationEstablishes standards for nursing practice
#2
What is the primary purpose of nursing practice standards?
To provide a framework for evaluating nursing care
ExplanationFramework for evaluating nursing care
#3
What does HIPAA stand for in the context of healthcare regulations?
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
ExplanationEnsures patient privacy and confidentiality
#4
Which regulatory body oversees the approval of new drugs in the United States?
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
ExplanationOversees drug approval
#5
Which of the following is NOT a component of the nursing process?
Treatment
ExplanationNot a component of nursing process
#6
In the United States, which entity typically grants nursing licenses?
State boards of nursing
ExplanationGrants nursing licenses
#7
Which organization is responsible for accrediting nursing education programs in the United States?
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
ExplanationAccredits nursing education programs
#8
Which entity publishes the Code of Ethics for Nurses?
American Nursing Association (ANA)
ExplanationPublishes Code of Ethics for Nurses
#9
What is the primary purpose of the Nurse Practice Act?
To establish the scope of nursing practice
ExplanationEstablishes nursing practice scope
#10
What is the purpose of continuing education requirements for nurses?
To ensure nurses remain updated and competent in their practice
ExplanationEnsures updated and competent practice
#11
What is the purpose of nursing regulations?
To protect the public's health and safety
ExplanationProtect public health and safety
#12
Which organization is responsible for the development and maintenance of the Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice?
American Nursing Association (ANA)
ExplanationDevelops and maintains nursing standards
#13
Which entity provides oversight for the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)?
National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)
ExplanationProvides oversight for NLC
#14
Which entity is responsible for enforcing nursing regulations in healthcare facilities?
State boards of nursing
ExplanationEnforces nursing regulations
#15
What is the primary goal of the Institute of Medicine's report, 'The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health'?
To improve the quality and safety of patient care
ExplanationImproves quality and safety of patient care
#16
Which entity is responsible for setting standards for nursing informatics practice?
Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS)
ExplanationSets standards for nursing informatics practice