When in a peer assistance program, the impaired nurse:
a. has a suspended license.
b. must undergo treatment and periodic monitoring.
c. will be allowed to work with license intact.
d. will be reported to the Healthcare Integrity and Protection Data Bank.
C
The peer assistance program allows the nurse to retain licensure and continue to work under supervision, although possibly in an area where access to controlled drugs is difficult.
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