Texas Nursing Jurisprudence Exam NJE Texas Board of Nursing
Question Bank (Latest 2026/2027 Edition) – 100% Correct
Questions, Answers & Detailed Rationales
Total Questions: 50
Time Allowed: 120 Minutes
Passing Score: 75% (38 of 50)
Instructions: Select the BEST answer for each question based on the Texas Nursing
Practice Act (NPA), Board of Nursing rules, and position statements.
SECTION 1: NURSING LICENSURE AND REGULATION IN TEXAS
Questions 1–10
Question 1
A nurse licensed in Oklahoma applies for licensure in Texas and wishes to practice in
both states. Under the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), which statement is correct?
A) The nurse must surrender the Oklahoma license to obtain a Texas multistate license
B) The nurse may hold a multistate license in the home state (Oklahoma) and practice
in Texas without obtaining a separate Texas license
C) The nurse must obtain a separate Texas license regardless of NLC participation
D) The nurse must reside in Texas to practice under the NLC
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: NPA Chapter 304 establishes the Nurse Licensure Compact. Nurses who
declare a compact state as their primary state of residence may hold one multistate
license in their home state, which grants them privilege to practice in all other compact
states. They do not need separate licenses in each compact state.
,Question 2
A newly graduated nurse passes the NCLEX-RN and receives a Texas nursing license.
According to Texas BON rules, how long does the nurse have to notify the Board of a
change in residential address?
A) 10 days
B) 30 days
C) 60 days
D) 90 days
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Texas Administrative Code and BON rules require nurses to notify the Board
within 30 days of any change in name or address. Failure to maintain current contact
information may result in missed disciplinary notices and additional administrative
action.
Question 3
An RN's Texas nursing license expired 18 months ago due to failure to renew. The nurse
now wishes to return to practice. What must the nurse do?
A) Pay the late renewal fee and complete any missing continuing education
requirements
B) Reapply for licensure, including meeting all current initial licensure requirements and
paying applicable fees
C) Submit a declaratory order requesting reinstatement
D) Practice under a temporary permit while the renewal application is processed
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: NPA §301.301 and BON rules state that licenses expired for 365 days or
more require reapplication for licensure as if the applicant were a new candidate,
including meeting all current requirements and fees.
, Question 4
A nursing candidate has a misdemeanor theft conviction from five years ago on their
record. What is the required process for licensure consideration?
A) The conviction automatically disqualifies the candidate from licensure
B) The candidate must submit a declaratory order of eligibility for the BON to review the
criminal history
C) The candidate may proceed with licensure without disclosure if the conviction is
expunged
D) The candidate must wait ten years from the conviction date before applying
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The BON requires applicants with criminal history to submit a declaratory
order of eligibility for the Board to evaluate whether the conduct affects the applicant's
ability to practice safely. This process allows individualized review rather than
automatic disqualification.
Question 5
Which statement accurately describes the primary mission of the Texas Board of
Nursing?
A) To advocate for nursing professionals and lobby the Texas legislature for improved
working conditions
B) To protect and promote the welfare of the people of Texas by ensuring each licensed
nurse is competent to practice safely
C) To represent the interests of nursing schools and standardize nursing curricula
across Texas
D) To negotiate collective bargaining agreements on behalf of Texas nurses
Correct Answer: B
Question Bank (Latest 2026/2027 Edition) – 100% Correct
Questions, Answers & Detailed Rationales
Total Questions: 50
Time Allowed: 120 Minutes
Passing Score: 75% (38 of 50)
Instructions: Select the BEST answer for each question based on the Texas Nursing
Practice Act (NPA), Board of Nursing rules, and position statements.
SECTION 1: NURSING LICENSURE AND REGULATION IN TEXAS
Questions 1–10
Question 1
A nurse licensed in Oklahoma applies for licensure in Texas and wishes to practice in
both states. Under the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), which statement is correct?
A) The nurse must surrender the Oklahoma license to obtain a Texas multistate license
B) The nurse may hold a multistate license in the home state (Oklahoma) and practice
in Texas without obtaining a separate Texas license
C) The nurse must obtain a separate Texas license regardless of NLC participation
D) The nurse must reside in Texas to practice under the NLC
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: NPA Chapter 304 establishes the Nurse Licensure Compact. Nurses who
declare a compact state as their primary state of residence may hold one multistate
license in their home state, which grants them privilege to practice in all other compact
states. They do not need separate licenses in each compact state.
,Question 2
A newly graduated nurse passes the NCLEX-RN and receives a Texas nursing license.
According to Texas BON rules, how long does the nurse have to notify the Board of a
change in residential address?
A) 10 days
B) 30 days
C) 60 days
D) 90 days
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Texas Administrative Code and BON rules require nurses to notify the Board
within 30 days of any change in name or address. Failure to maintain current contact
information may result in missed disciplinary notices and additional administrative
action.
Question 3
An RN's Texas nursing license expired 18 months ago due to failure to renew. The nurse
now wishes to return to practice. What must the nurse do?
A) Pay the late renewal fee and complete any missing continuing education
requirements
B) Reapply for licensure, including meeting all current initial licensure requirements and
paying applicable fees
C) Submit a declaratory order requesting reinstatement
D) Practice under a temporary permit while the renewal application is processed
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: NPA §301.301 and BON rules state that licenses expired for 365 days or
more require reapplication for licensure as if the applicant were a new candidate,
including meeting all current requirements and fees.
, Question 4
A nursing candidate has a misdemeanor theft conviction from five years ago on their
record. What is the required process for licensure consideration?
A) The conviction automatically disqualifies the candidate from licensure
B) The candidate must submit a declaratory order of eligibility for the BON to review the
criminal history
C) The candidate may proceed with licensure without disclosure if the conviction is
expunged
D) The candidate must wait ten years from the conviction date before applying
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The BON requires applicants with criminal history to submit a declaratory
order of eligibility for the Board to evaluate whether the conduct affects the applicant's
ability to practice safely. This process allows individualized review rather than
automatic disqualification.
Question 5
Which statement accurately describes the primary mission of the Texas Board of
Nursing?
A) To advocate for nursing professionals and lobby the Texas legislature for improved
working conditions
B) To protect and promote the welfare of the people of Texas by ensuring each licensed
nurse is competent to practice safely
C) To represent the interests of nursing schools and standardize nursing curricula
across Texas
D) To negotiate collective bargaining agreements on behalf of Texas nurses
Correct Answer: B
