OKLAHOMA NURSING JURISPRUDENCE EXAM
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) Q&A 2026|INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Which body regulates nursing practice in Oklahoma?
A. Oklahoma Medical Association
B. Oklahoma Board of Nursing
C. Oklahoma Health Department
D. Oklahoma Legislature
Rationale: Nursing practice is regulated by the state board of
nursing.
Correct answer: B
2. The primary purpose of the Nurse Practice Act is to:
A. Increase hospital profits
B. Protect public safety
C. Train nursing students
D. License physicians
Rationale: It ensures safe nursing practice for the public.
Correct answer: B
3. Which action is considered unprofessional conduct?
A. Documenting care
B. Reporting errors
C. Falsifying records
,D. Patient education
Rationale: False documentation violates ethical and legal
standards.
Correct answer: C
4. A Registered Nurse (RN) may delegate tasks to:
A. Only physicians
B. Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and UAPs appropriately
C. Pharmacists only
D. Family members
Rationale: Delegation is allowed within scope and competency.
Correct answer: B
5. Which is a requirement for nursing licensure in Oklahoma?
A. Criminal intent proof
B. Graduation from approved nursing program
C. Ownership of hospital
D. Military service
Rationale: Graduation from an approved program is required.
Correct answer: B
6. The Oklahoma Board of Nursing may take disciplinary
action for:
,A. Wearing scrubs
B. Unsafe practice
C. Working overtime
D. Changing shifts
Rationale: Unsafe practice threatens patient safety.
Correct answer: B
7. What is required when a nurse changes employment
status?
A. Nothing
B. Notify employer only
C. Maintain current licensure and inform board if required
D. Inform patients directly
Rationale: Licensure must remain valid and updated.
Correct answer: C
8. Which action is within LPN scope?
A. Independent diagnosis
B. Administering medications
C. Performing surgery
D. Prescribing drugs
Rationale: LPNs can administer medications under supervision.
Correct answer: B
, 9. Who is legally responsible for delegated tasks?
A. Patient
B. Physician
C. Delegating nurse
D. Pharmacist
Rationale: The RN retains accountability for delegation.
Correct answer: C
10. HIPAA primarily protects:
A. Hospital profits
B. Patient confidentiality
C. Nurse salaries
D. Insurance companies
Rationale: HIPAA ensures privacy of health information.
Correct answer: B
11. A nurse refusing unsafe assignment is acting under:
A. Malpractice
B. Ethical duty
C. Negligence
D. Fraud
Rationale: Nurses must advocate for safe practice.
Correct answer: B
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) Q&A 2026|INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Which body regulates nursing practice in Oklahoma?
A. Oklahoma Medical Association
B. Oklahoma Board of Nursing
C. Oklahoma Health Department
D. Oklahoma Legislature
Rationale: Nursing practice is regulated by the state board of
nursing.
Correct answer: B
2. The primary purpose of the Nurse Practice Act is to:
A. Increase hospital profits
B. Protect public safety
C. Train nursing students
D. License physicians
Rationale: It ensures safe nursing practice for the public.
Correct answer: B
3. Which action is considered unprofessional conduct?
A. Documenting care
B. Reporting errors
C. Falsifying records
,D. Patient education
Rationale: False documentation violates ethical and legal
standards.
Correct answer: C
4. A Registered Nurse (RN) may delegate tasks to:
A. Only physicians
B. Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and UAPs appropriately
C. Pharmacists only
D. Family members
Rationale: Delegation is allowed within scope and competency.
Correct answer: B
5. Which is a requirement for nursing licensure in Oklahoma?
A. Criminal intent proof
B. Graduation from approved nursing program
C. Ownership of hospital
D. Military service
Rationale: Graduation from an approved program is required.
Correct answer: B
6. The Oklahoma Board of Nursing may take disciplinary
action for:
,A. Wearing scrubs
B. Unsafe practice
C. Working overtime
D. Changing shifts
Rationale: Unsafe practice threatens patient safety.
Correct answer: B
7. What is required when a nurse changes employment
status?
A. Nothing
B. Notify employer only
C. Maintain current licensure and inform board if required
D. Inform patients directly
Rationale: Licensure must remain valid and updated.
Correct answer: C
8. Which action is within LPN scope?
A. Independent diagnosis
B. Administering medications
C. Performing surgery
D. Prescribing drugs
Rationale: LPNs can administer medications under supervision.
Correct answer: B
, 9. Who is legally responsible for delegated tasks?
A. Patient
B. Physician
C. Delegating nurse
D. Pharmacist
Rationale: The RN retains accountability for delegation.
Correct answer: C
10. HIPAA primarily protects:
A. Hospital profits
B. Patient confidentiality
C. Nurse salaries
D. Insurance companies
Rationale: HIPAA ensures privacy of health information.
Correct answer: B
11. A nurse refusing unsafe assignment is acting under:
A. Malpractice
B. Ethical duty
C. Negligence
D. Fraud
Rationale: Nurses must advocate for safe practice.
Correct answer: B
