KY Jurisprudence practice questions
A 48-year old nursing student, who is weeks away from graduation, discloses to one of
her classmates that they were convicted for DUI when they were 19 years old. The
nursing students both know that all applicants for licensure must report any convictions.
Which statement made by the classmate would be the best advice? - ANS-"Be sure to
send certified court documents and a detailed letter of explanation of the event when
you apply for licensure."
A complaint has been filed against a nurse. What should the nurse do when contacted
by an investigator? - ANS-Cooperate fully with the investigation
A complaint is made against a nurse who reportedly falsified medical records. What
action may be taken against the licensee? - ANS-The KBN will initiate an investigation
to determine whether the nurse has violated Kentucky Nursing Laws
A newly licensed registered nurse (RN) is caring for a client who needs tracheostomy
care. The nurse has performed the procedure on a manikin while in nursing school, but
never on an actual person. What action should the RN take? - ANS-Request a nursing
supervisor to assist with the procedure
A nurse fails to appear or respond to an investigative meeting with the KBN staff at the
Board office. The investigation reveals that the nurse is in violation of Kentucky Nursing
Law. What action should the nurse expect the KBN to take first? - ANS-The attorney
representing the KBN formally charges the nurse with specific violations and the nurse
must respond with a written answer to the Board
A nurse has failed to maintain any contact with the KBN after entering the KARE
program and ignored all correspondence from the KBN. What action can the KBN now
take? - ANS-Suspend the nurse's license
A nurse requested and was granted expungement of records related to a disciplinary
action in another state. The nurse later moves to Kentucky and declares legal residency
there. What should the nurse do when applying for licensure in Kentucky? - ANS-The
nurse does not need to disclose the disciplinary action
A person, who is licensed as a nurse in another state, moves to and declares residency
in Kentucky. What action must this person take in order to practice nursing in Kentucky?
- ANS-Apply for licensure by endorsement
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