A nurse holds a license in one state but wishes to practice in a second state that is not participating in a nurse licensure compact agreement
The nurse is granted licensure on payment of a fee but does not retake the licensure exam. The nurse obtains licensure in the second state:
a. by licensure and by endorsement.
b. through mandatory continuing education.
c. by the statutory process known as being grandfathered.
d. through sunset legislation.
ANS: A
Correct: Licensure by endorsement allows a nurse licensed in one state to obtain licensure to practice in a second state without examination.
Incorrect:
b. Although some states require continuing education for relicensure, it does not provide the means to practice in more than one state.
c. Grandfathering is the process by which previously licensed individuals are included without changes in nurse practice acts.
d. Sunset legislation allows revocation of laws that may be outdated or in some cases allows expanded practice such as with advanced practice nurses.
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