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Nursing Jurisprudenc cs for Texas Nurses | Newest / Actual Exam 50 Verified Questions with Detailed Answers | 100% Correct 1Introduction This document contains all 50 verified and 100% correct multiple-choice ques- tions fr sing Jurisprudence and Ethics Exam for Texas Nurses, updated for the / period. It covers essential areas required by the Texas Board of Nurs ing the Nurse Practice Act, Board Rules and Regulations, scope of practice, professional conduct, patient rights, and ethical nursing responsi- bilities. Structured to match the official exam, this A+ rated resource includes detailed explanations for each answer to ensure full comprehension and suc- cessful licensure preparation.2Exam Questions and Answers 1.According to the Texas Nursing Practice Act, which action is within the scope of a registered nurse (RN)?
- Diagnosing a medical condition
- Administering prescribed medications
- Performing surgery
- Prescribing medications
Rationale: The Texas Nursing Practice Act (NPA) allows RNs to administer
medications per physician orders but prohibits diagnosing, prescribing, or performing surgery.
2.A nurse observes a colleague documenting care not provided. What is the nurse’s ethical responsibility?
- Ignore the incident
- Report the incident to the supervisor
- Confront the colleague privately
- Document the incident in the patient’s chart
Rationale: Texas Board Rule 217.11(1)(B) mandates reporting unprofessional
conduct, such as falsifying records, to protect patient safety.
3.Under Texas law, which situation requires mandatory reporting by a nurse?
- A patient refuses treatment
- Suspected child abuse
- A patient misses an appointment
- A colleague arrives late
Rationale: Texas Family Code §261.101 requires nurses to report suspected
child abuse or neglect immediately.
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What is the correct action per Texas Board rules?
- Refuse to accept the order
- Document the order and have it signed within 24 hours
- Ignore the order until written
- Delegate the order to a UAP
Rationale: Board Rule 217.11(1)(T) allows verbal orders in emergencies, re-
quiring documentation and physician signature within 24 hours.
5.Which action violates the Texas Nursing Practice Act’s standards of profes- sional conduct?
- Maintaining patient confidentiality
- Discussing a patient’s condition in a public area
- Documenting care accurately
- Collaborating with the healthcare team
Rationale: Board Rule 217.11(1)(E) prohibits breaching confidentiality, such
as discussing patient information in public.
6.A nurse is unsure about a medication order’s safety. What is the best action per Texas Board rules?
- Administer the medication
- Clarify the order with the prescribing physician
- Delegate the task to another nurse
- Omit the medication
Rationale: Board Rule 217.11(1)(N) requires nurses to question unclear or
unsafe orders to ensure patient safety.
7.Which document outlines the scope of practice for Texas nurses?
- HIPAA regulations
- Texas Nursing Practice Act
- ANA Code of Ethics
- Texas Penal Code
Rationale: The Texas NPA, under Texas Occupations Code Chapter 301, de-
fines the legal scope of nursing practice.
8.A nurse delegates a task to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). Which task is appropriate per Texas Board rules?
- Administering oral medications
- Taking vital signs
- Assessing a patient’s condition
- Developing a care plan
Rationale: Board Rule 217.11(2) allows UAPs to perform tasks like taking
vital signs under RN supervision, but not medication administration or as- sessment.
9.A patient refuses a prescribed treatment. What is the nurse’s responsibility under Texas law?
- Administer the treatment anyway
- Document the refusal and inform the provider
- Restrain the patient
- Discharge the patient
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