The graduate nurse is researching the state's nursing practice act, which varies from state to state. Which of the following accurately describes a state ruling?
A) In all states, new graduate nurses must work as assistants until they obtain a license.
B) Most states allow an unlimited number of attempts to pass the examination.
C) Some states issue new nursing graduates a permit to practice before licensure.
D) New nurses are always paid less until they have passed the licensure examination.
C
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In some states, new nursing graduates are issued a "permit" to practice and are called "graduate nurses" or "graduate practical nurses" until they receive a license. Other states do not issue permits; new graduates are required to practice as nursing assistants until licensed. Usually, these nurses are paid less until they prove they have passed the licensure examination. Most states allow only a limited number of attempts to pass the examination; then, the graduate who has not passed must take a refresher course and pay an additional fee to be allowed to take the examination again.
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