States have certain continuing education requirements for persons to renew a nursing license. Which of the following best describes the type of law that is being used?
a. Constitutional law
b. Legislation and regulation
c. Judicial and common law
d. Police power
ANS: B
Licensing is regulated by each state's nurse practice act as a function of the board of nursing. Constitutional law provides overall guidance for selected practice situations. Judicial law is based on court or jury decisions. Common law means that judges are bound by previous decisions un-less they are convinced that the older law is no longer relevant or valid. Police power is state power concerning health care. This power allows states to act to protect the health, safety, and welfare of their citizens.
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