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Psychosocial IntegrityQuestion 435 of 2368

A nurse with a substance use disorder asks about a professional assistance program. Which statement about these programs is accurate?

  1. They are mandatory programs that always end in loss of licensure.
  2. They are available only to nurses who have already lost their license.
  3. They require the nurse to stop working during all treatment.
  4. They are voluntary, nondisciplinary programs that support nurses committed to recovery.
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Correct answer: They are voluntary, nondisciplinary programs that support nurses committed to recovery.

These programs are voluntary and nondisciplinary, and nurses can continue to be employed while monitored.

Source: Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Legal/Ethical: PROFESSIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Psychosocial Integrity"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026