Boards of Nursing
Which state’s Board of Nursing has 11 members with 9 RN/APRN, 1 LPN, and 1 public member?
Tennessee
Both Tennessee and Colorado are part of which agreement that allows nurses to practice across states with one license?
Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
Which of the following tasks can be delegated by an RN?
A. Diagnosing a patient
B. Prescribing medication
C. Taking vital signs
D. Creating a care plan
Taking vital signs
Which state requires a criminal background check for nurse licensure?
Both
What is the main role of the Board of Nursing in both states?
Oversee licensure and regulation of nurses
How many members are on the Colorado Board of Nursing?
11
Which of the following cannot be delegated by a Registered Nurse?
A. Hygiene care
B. Ambulation
C. Prescribing medications
D. Dressing changes
Prescribing medications
Which professionals are included in the Nurse Practice Act (NPA)?
RNs and APRNs
LPNs
Unlicensed Assistive Personnel
Who appoints members of both the Tennessee and Colorado Boards of Nursing?
The Governor
Who can an RN delegate oral medication administration to?
LPN/LVN