The licensed practical/vocational nurse (LP/VN) maintains competency through informal and formal education
The nurse checked the state board of nursing requirements and noted that he needed 24 continuing education or contact hours, and the license is renewed every 2 years. Which educational activity will count toward the state board of nursing requirements?
A) A mandatory 1-hour videoconference at work on workplace violence.
B) An 8-hour workshop on using nursing research to care for clients.
C) A 10-hour seminar awarding state board approved contact hours
D) Reading the most current nursing textbook and write notes to improve care.
Ans: C
Feedback:
All of the activities may help the nurse stay up-to-date with practice, but the state board of nursing requires formal approved contact hours or what is defined as acceptable, such as a nursing college course may be awarded contact hours.
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