For which reasons should a registered nurse contact the Board of Registered Nursing (BRN)? Select all that apply?
1. Renewing nursing license
2. Determining nursing standards
3. Identifying the date for a disciplinary hearing
4. Checking the dates for continuing education programs
5. Ascertaining when a nurse applicant became licensed
1, 2, 3, 5
Rationale 1: A function of the BRN is to renew nursing licensure.
Rationale 2: A function of the BRN is to determine nursing standards.
Rationale 3: A function of the BRN is to investigate disciplinary actions.
Rationale 4: The BRN is not responsible for continuing education programs.
Rationale 5: A function of the BRN is to register nursing licenses.
Global Rationale: Functions of the BRN include renewing nursing licensure, determining nursing standards, investigating disciplinary actions, and registering nursing licenses. The BRN is not responsible for continuing education programs.
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