A nurse has just realized that her license is due to expire in 5 months. The nurse knows that she is responsible for maintenance of her license in order to continue practicing as a nurse. What would be the best action for her to take?
a. Put off obtaining the continuing education credits until 1 month before the expiration date.
b. Immediately begin working on obtaining the continuing education credits.
c. Email the nursing board to inquire about why she was not notified earlier.
d. Forgo obtaining the continuing education credits and hope that she does is not audited.
ANS: B
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