NMC OSCE UK Nursing Standards & NMC Code 2

Question 1

What minimum number of practice hours must a nurse complete for NMC revalidation every three years?

Accepted Answer

450 hours

Answer

NMC revalidation requires nurses to complete a minimum of 450 practice hours over the three-year revalidation period (or 900 hours for those registering as both a nurse and midwife).

Question 2

Under the NMC Code's principle 'Preserve safety', what must a nurse do if they are concerned about a colleague's conduct?

Accepted Answer

Raise concerns immediately through appropriate channels

Answer

The NMC Code requires nurses to raise concerns immediately if they believe someone in their care may be at risk of harm. Concerns about a colleague's conduct that poses a risk to patients must be reported.

Question 3

How many CPD hours must a nurse complete for NMC revalidation every three years?

Accepted Answer

35 hours

Answer

NMC revalidation requires a minimum of 35 hours of continuing professional development (CPD) in the three-year period, of which at least 20 hours must be participatory learning.

Question 4

According to the NMC Code, what does 'preserving safety' require in relation to prescribing?

Accepted Answer

Only prescribing within legal frameworks and your competence

Answer

The NMC Code requires nurses who prescribe to only do so within the limits of their competence and the legal frameworks that apply. Nurse prescribers must remain up to date with legislation and evidence.

Question 5

The NMC Code requires nurses to 'practise effectively'. Which action best reflects this principle?

Accepted Answer

Completing mandatory training and keeping knowledge up to date

Answer

Practising effectively under the NMC Code means keeping knowledge and skills up to date, completing relevant training, and basing practice on best available evidence. It is about professional competence, not organisational contribution.

NMC OSCE Practice Test

NMC OSCE Practice Test

NMC OSCE UK Nursing Standards & NMC Code 2