The state board of nursing has brought action against a nurse's license based upon violation of a regulation. What is true about this scenario?
1. Violation of a rule or regulation is not the same as violation of the state nursing practice act.
2. Rules and regulations are only suggested standards of care and do not have to be followed.
3. Rules and regulations are internal to the state board, not the nurse.
4. These rules and regulations have the force of law.
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Rationale: Rules and regulations are promulgated by the state board of nursing. Violation of a rule or regulation is a violation of the state practice act.
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