Question 1 of 16
Agency-specific policies and procedures guide practice when they are consistent with the nurse’s legal scope. The LPN/VN remains accountable for both following current agency policy and practicing within the Nurse Practice Act. Malpractice cases have occurred when a nurse was asked by their employer to do something outside their legal scope of practice, impacting their nursing license. It is up to you to protect your nursing license and follow the Nurse Practice Act when providing client care.
Strong Interview Answer
Agency-specific policies and procedures guide practice when they are consistent with the nurse’s legal scope. The LPN/VN remains accountable for both following current agency policy and practicing within the Nurse Practice Act.
What to Listen For
- Agency-specific policies and procedures guide practice when they are consistent with the nurse’s legal scope.
- The LPN/VN remains accountable for both following current agency policy and practicing within the Nurse Practice Act.
- Malpractice cases have occurred when a nurse was asked by their employer to do something outside their legal scope of practice, impacting their nursing license.
Caution
Do not restate the multiple-choice stem or ask the learner merely to name a product, rule, or term.