BCEN Professional Practice 2

Question 1

A nurse suspects a colleague is diverting opioids for personal use. What is the MOST appropriate initial action?

Accepted Answer

Report the suspicion to the nurse manager or supervisor immediately

Answer

Suspected diversion must be reported promptly to a supervisor or manager, as it is a patient safety and legal issue requiring institutional investigation.

Question 2

Under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA), which obligation does an emergency department have?

Accepted Answer

Screen and stabilize all patients regardless of ability to pay

Answer

EMTALA mandates that EDs provide a medical screening exam and stabilizing treatment to all individuals regardless of payment status.

Question 3

A patient's family member demands to see the patient's chart without the patient's consent. The patient is alert and oriented. What should the nurse do?

Accepted Answer

Deny access and explain HIPAA protections to the family member

Answer

An alert, oriented patient's medical information is protected under HIPAA and cannot be shared without the patient's explicit authorization.

Question 4

Which action best demonstrates a commitment to evidence-based practice in emergency nursing?

Accepted Answer

Using current research findings to guide clinical decisions and protocols

Answer

Evidence-based practice integrates current best research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values to optimize care.

Question 5

A nurse is asked to float to a unit where they have limited experience. What is the BEST response?

Accepted Answer

Accept while communicating limitations and requesting appropriate support

Answer

Nurses must communicate competency limitations when floated to unfamiliar units to ensure safe patient care and appropriate supervision.

(BCEN) Board of Certification of Emergency Nursing Practice Test

(BCEN) Board of Certification of Emergency Nursing Practice Test

BCEN Professional Practice 2