Which organization regulates Nurse Practitioners in Maryland? a) AMA b) Maryland Board of Nursing c) DEA d) CMS Answer: b) Maryland Board of Nursing
What type of degree is required to become an NP in Maryland? a) Associate degree b) Bachelor’s degree c) Graduate-level degree d) High school diploma Answer: c) Graduate-level degree
What is Maryland’s practice authority status for NPs? a) No practice authority b) Restricted practice c) Full practice authority d) Collaborative-only practice Answer: c) Full practice authority
Which national certification body is accepted in Maryland? a) AANP b) ANCC c) Both AANP and ANCC d) None Answer: c) Both AANP and ANCC
What controlled substance schedules can Maryland NPs prescribe? a) Schedule I only b) Schedule II–V c) Schedule III only d) None Answer: b) Schedule II–V
What must NPs register with to prescribe controlled substances? a) CMS b) FDA c) DEA d) AMA Answer: c) DEA
How often must NP licenses be renewed in Maryland? a) Every year b) Every 2 years c) Every 5 years d) Every 10 years Answer: b) Every 2 years
How many continuing education hours are required every 5 years? a) 50 b) 75 c) 100 d) 150 Answer: c) 100
What is the minimum number of practice hours required for renewal? a) 500 b) 1,000 c) 2,000 d) 5,000 Answer: b) 1,000
Which of the following is a reason for disciplinary action? a) Attending CE courses b) Practicing ethically c) Substance abuse d) Renewing license on time Answer: c) Substance abuse
What is the role of the PDMP in Maryland? a) Tracks insurance claims b) Monitors prescription drug use c) Licenses NPs d) Provides CE courses Answer: b) Monitors prescription drug use
Can NPs in Maryland practice telehealth? a) No b) Yes, with restrictions c) Yes, if licensed in Maryland d) Only in hospitals Answer: c) Yes, if licensed in Maryland
Which therapy can Psychiatric-Mental Health NPs prescribe? a) Physical therapy b) Psychotropic medications c) Radiation therapy d) Occupational therapy Answer: b) Psychotropic medications
What organization advocates for Maryland NPs? a) AMA b) MAAPC c) CMS d) FDA Answer: b) MAAPC
What should be included in NP documentation? a) Vague language b) Personal opinions c) Objective clinical findings d) Unverified rumors Answer: c) Objective clinical findings
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