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  "heading": "Examination; licensing",
  "text": "A. Applicants for licenses under this Part shall pass a written examination in all subjects required by the board. The written examination may be supplemented by an oral or practical examination.\n\nB. If the applicant passes the examination provided for in Subsection A of this Section, the board shall issue a license to practice as a practical nurse and authorize the use of the title \"Licensed Practical Nurse\" or the abbreviation \"L.P.N.\"",
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