Which chapters address Florida nursing licensure and practice?

• A. Chapter 456 and Chapter 464
• B. Chapter 64B9
• C. Title 64B9
• D. Chapter 455 and 464

Answer: (A)

In Florida, nursing licensure and the practice of nursing are addressed in two statutes: Chapter 456 and Chapter 464. Chapter 456 covers licensure requirements, qualifications, renewals, and disciplinary procedures for health professionals, including nurses. Chapter 464 defines nursing practice itself, including scope of practice, standards, and responsibilities for licensed nurses. The other options refer to different regulatory frameworks: 64B9 is part of the Florida Administrative Code, i.e., regulatory rules rather than statutes; Title 64B9 likewise points to administrative rules; and Chapter 455 deals with general provisions for health regulatory boards rather than nursing specifically. So the pair that directly covers both licensure and practice for nursing is Chapter 456 and Chapter 464.