Texas Board of Nursing (BON) Practice Exam

What action by a nurse would constitute unprofessional conduct according to Board Rule 217.12 Unprofessional Conduct?

1. A. Arriving late to work

2. B. Failing to repay a guaranteed student loan

3. C. Not attending a mandatory staff meeting

4. D. Not wearing a uniform

The correct answer is: B. Failing to repay a guaranteed student loan

Failing to repay a guaranteed student loan would constitute unprofessional conduct according to Board Rule 217.12 Unprofessional Conduct. This is because financial irresponsibility can reflect poorly on the nurse's character and trustworthiness. It is important for nurses to fulfill their financial obligations as it demonstrates integrity and accountability, both crucial aspects of nursing professionalism. Among the other options: A. Arriving late to work can be considered unprofessional behavior but might not necessarily constitute unprofessional conduct as defined by the Board Rule. C. Not attending a mandatory staff meeting is typically a policy violation rather than a direct definition of unprofessional conduct according to the Board Rule. D. Not wearing a uniform can also be a policy violation rather than classified as unprofessional conduct according to the Board Rule.