{"id":18476,"date":"2015-08-20T15:58:53","date_gmt":"2015-08-20T15:58:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/?page_id=18476"},"modified":"2026-05-11T12:14:33","modified_gmt":"2026-05-11T17:14:33","slug":"nclex-rn-practice-test","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/nclex-rn-practice-test\/","title":{"rendered":"NCLEX-RN<sup>&reg;<\/sup> Practice Test"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>An important step in the process of becoming a nurse, the National Council Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN<sup>&reg;<\/sup>) measures whether a candidate has the minimum competency required to provide safe and effective nursing care to patients. It\u2019s required for all candidates hoping to become licensed to practice nursing.<\/p>\n<p>Click the &#8220;Start Test&#8221; button above to take a free NCLEX-RN practice test!<\/p>\n<div class=\"buttonlinks\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/university\/nclex-rn\/?utm_source=academy&amp;utm_medium=button&amp;utm_campaign=academy-mu-ads&amp;utm_content=nclex-rn-test\" class=\"class_names\" style=\"color:black;\" onclick=\"_paq.push(['trackEvent', 'Course Button', 'Course Click', 'NCLEXRN Course Click']);\">NCLEX-RN Online Course<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1516731182\/?tag=academy08-20\">NCLEX-RN Study Guide<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.flashcardsecrets.com\/nclexrn\/\">NCLEX-RN Flashcards<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"About_the_Test\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>About the Test<\/h2>\n<p>The NCLEX-RN is a <a class=\"ylist\" href=\"#CAT\">computer-adaptive test<\/a> (CAT), which means each question you answer correctly determines the difficulty of the next question, as well as the overall number of questions you will answer. For this reason, there are anywhere between 85 and 150 questions on the NCLEX-RN. There are 15 pretest questions embedded in the total number of questions.<\/p>\n<p>Pretest questions are used to determine the usefulness of such items in future iterations of the exam, which means they are not scored. However, you will not be able to tell the difference between scored questions and unscored pretest questions, so do the best you can on each consecutive question.<\/p>\n<p>Questions will cease once it is determined with 95 percent certainty that you have answered enough questions correctly or incorrectly to fall above or below the standard for passing the exam. The standard for passing the NCLEX-RN is variable and changes every three years. You must perform above the passing standard on the test in order to pass.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notice\" style=\"padding-bottom: 0px;\">Taking the NCLEX-PN\u00ae exam? Click below to take a free practice test and learn more about the exam:<\/p>\n<div class=\"buttonlinks\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/nclex-pn-practice-test\/\">NCLEX-PN Practice Test<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"NCLEXRN_Exam_Outline\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>NCLEX-RN Exam Outline<\/h2>\n<p>There will be somewhere between 85 and 150 questions on the exam. No matter how many questions you answer, the percentage breakdown of questions by content area will be more or less as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Management of Care: 15%-21% of questions<\/li>\n<li>Safety and Infection Prevention and Control: 10%-16% of questions<\/li>\n<li>Health Promotion and Maintenance: 6%-12% of questions<\/li>\n<li>Psychosocial Integrity: 6%-12% of questions<\/li>\n<li>Basic Care and Comfort: 6%-12% of questions<\/li>\n<li>Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies: 13%-19% of questions<\/li>\n<li>Reduction of Risk Potential: 9%-15% of questions<\/li>\n<li>Physiological Adaptation: 11%-17% of questions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/NCLEX-RN-Exam-Outline.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/NCLEX-RN-Exam-Outline.svg\" alt=\"A chart lists eight nursing exam content categories with their percentage ranges, plus exam details: 5-hour limit, 85\u2013150 questions, and various question formats.\" width=\"538.8\" height=\"609.6\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-290954\"  role=\"img\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>You will have up to five hours to complete the entire exam, which includes two optional short breaks. The actual time will depend on the number of questions you need to answer.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s important to note that you are not able to skip questions and return to them. You have to answer a question in order to move on to the next one. This means you need to use some of your study time to work on strategies for finding the best possible answer even when you aren\u2019t really sure about the question.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"sg-box\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sg-box-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"sg-box-title\">Prepare with our NCLEX-RN Study Guide and Practice Questions.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Get practice questions, video tutorials, and detailed study lessons<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"sg-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1516731182\/?tag=academy08-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get Your Study Guide<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1516731182\/?tag=academy08-20\">\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"184\" height=\"238\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/nclexrn-31183.jpg\" alt=\" Study Guide\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"Top_5_Most_Challenging_NCLEX%C2%AE_Questions\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>Top 5 Most Challenging NCLEX\u00ae Questions<\/h2>\n<p>Now that you know more about the exam, try your hand at some targeted practice!<\/p>\n<p>Over the last year, we&#8217;ve compiled the data from about 5,000 test-takers who tried their hand at the practice test at the top of this page. According to the data, around 90% of people answered these five questions incorrectly.<\/p>\n<p>Answer each question and read through the answer explanation, whether you got the answer right or wrong. This will help you ensure you&#8217;ve got the topic mastered.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you struggled with these questions or aced them on your first try, be sure to take the <a class=\"ylist\" href=\"https:\/\/academy-pq.app.mometrix.com\/practicequestion\/products\/NCLEXRNPQ\" target=\"_blank\">full practice test<\/a> to get a better idea of how prepared you really are!<\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 1.5em; margin-top: 2em;\"><div class=\"NCLEXRN-question-container\" id=\"q1\" data-correct-answers=\"A,B,D\">\r\n    <p class=\"NCLEXRN-question-text\">1. A client is to be discharged with a tracheostomy. Which of the following should the nurse most stress when educating the client about home management? <em>Select all that apply<\/em>.<\/p>\r\n    \r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice1\" value=\"A\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">A.<\/span>&nbsp;Bowel care\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice1\" value=\"B\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">B.<\/span>&nbsp;Pulmonary hygiene\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice1\" value=\"C\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">C.<\/span>&nbsp;Dietary supplements\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice1\" value=\"D\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">D.<\/span>&nbsp;Tracheostomy care\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice1\" value=\"E\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">E.<\/span>&nbsp;Exercise program\r\n<\/label>\r\n    <button class=\"NCLEXRN-submit-btn\" onclick=\"checkAnswer(1)\">Submit<\/button><br>\r\n    <div id=\"feedback1\" class=\"NCLEXRN-feedback-text\"><\/div>\r\n    <div id=\"explanation1\" class=\"NCLEXRN-explanation-text\">Clients with a tracheostomy are at increased risk of fecal impaction because they cannot perform the Valsalva maneuver to bear down, so they need to be educated about bowel care and advised to use stool softeners routinely and laxatives and suppositories as needed. Additionally, they need to understand the importance of pulmonary hygiene to prevent atelectasis and infection and should be confident in all aspects of tracheostomy care, including information about what to do if the tracheostomy tube falls out.\r\n<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bugreport\">Found a bug? <a class=\"ylist\" href=\"https:\/\/airtable.com\/appgcc1PP0BbzPCbI\/shr5gZ1gnO15kxPFw?prefill_Test=NCLEX-RN&prefill_Question+Number=1&prefill_Which+Form=General-IQ-Feedback&prefill_UP-ID=General-IQ-Feedback%20-%20NCLEX-RN%20-%201&hide_Test=true&hide_Which+Form=true&hide_UP-ID=true&hide_Question+Number=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Let us know!<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 1.5em;\"><div class=\"NCLEXRN-question-container\" id=\"q2\" data-correct-answers=\"A,C,D,E\">\r\n    <p class=\"NCLEXRN-question-text\">2. A physician has prescribed nortriptyline hydrochloride, a tricyclic antidepressant, for a client with postherpetic syndrome who prefers not to take opioids because of a history of substance abuse. When discussing use of the drug with the client, which of the following information should the nurse include? <em>Select all that apply.<\/em>\r\n<\/p>\r\n    \r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice2\" value=\"A\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">A.<\/span>&nbsp;The medication should be taken at bedtime.\r\n\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice2\" value=\"B\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">B.<\/span>&nbsp;The medication must be taken with food.\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice2\" value=\"C\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">C.<\/span>&nbsp;The client may need to take a stool softener.\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice2\" value=\"D\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">D.<\/span>&nbsp;The client should report urinary dysfunction.\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice2\" value=\"E\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">E.<\/span>&nbsp;The client may experience sexual dysfunction.\r\n<\/label>\r\n    <button class=\"NCLEXRN-submit-btn\" onclick=\"checkAnswer(2)\">Submit<\/button><br>\r\n    <div id=\"feedback2\" class=\"NCLEXRN-feedback-text\"><\/div>\r\n    <div id=\"explanation2\" class=\"NCLEXRN-explanation-text\">In this situation, the nurse should advise the client to take the medication at bedtime because it may cause the client to become sedated or to develop postural hypotension. Additionally, the client may need to take a stool softener because the drug may cause dry mouth and constipation. The client should be advised to report urinary or sexual dysfunction, common adverse effects.\r\n<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bugreport\">Found a bug? <a class=\"ylist\" href=\"https:\/\/airtable.com\/appgcc1PP0BbzPCbI\/shr5gZ1gnO15kxPFw?prefill_Test=NCLEX-RN&prefill_Question+Number=2&prefill_Which+Form=General-IQ-Feedback&prefill_UP-ID=General-IQ-Feedback%20-%20NCLEX-RN%20-%201&hide_Test=true&hide_Which+Form=true&hide_UP-ID=true&hide_Question+Number=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Let us know!<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 1.5em;\"><div class=\"NCLEXRN-question-container\" id=\"q3\" data-correct-answers=\"B,D\">\r\n    <p class=\"NCLEXRN-question-text\">3. A client has accidentally splashed a toxic (although not caustic) substance in his right eye, and the nurse must flush the eye. Which of the following steps are correct? <em>Select all that apply.<\/em>\r\n<\/p>\r\n    \r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice3\" value=\"A\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">A.<\/span>&nbsp;Position the client\u2019s head down until level and on the left side.\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice3\" value=\"B\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">B.<\/span>&nbsp;Irrigate with a bulb syringe tip about a half-inch above the eye.\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice3\" value=\"C\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">C.<\/span>&nbsp;Flush for about 5 minutes.\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice3\" value=\"D\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">D.<\/span>&nbsp;Hold the eyelid open with thumb and index finger while flushing.\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice3\" value=\"E\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">E.<\/span>&nbsp;Hold an emesis basin against the left side of the client\u2019s face to contain the irrigant.\r\n<\/label>\r\n    <button class=\"NCLEXRN-submit-btn\" onclick=\"checkAnswer(3)\">Submit<\/button><br>\r\n    <div id=\"feedback3\" class=\"NCLEXRN-feedback-text\"><\/div>\r\n    <div id=\"explanation3\" class=\"NCLEXRN-explanation-text\">If a client has accidentally splashed a toxic (although not caustic) substance in the right eye, the steps to flushing the eye include:\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Place the client on their right side and elevate their head to 20 degrees.<\/li>\r\n<li>Hold the emesis basin against the right side of their face.<\/li>\r\n<li>Fill bulb syringe with NS irrigant.<\/li>\r\n<li>Hold the right eyelid open with the thumb and index finger.<\/li>\r\n<li>Hold the tip of the syringe about a half-inch above the eye and direct the flow of the irrigant toward the lower conjunctival sac, from inner to outer canthus.<\/li>\r\n<li>Flush for about 1 minute.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bugreport\">Found a bug? <a class=\"ylist\" href=\"https:\/\/airtable.com\/appgcc1PP0BbzPCbI\/shr5gZ1gnO15kxPFw?prefill_Test=NCLEX-RN&prefill_Question+Number=3&prefill_Which+Form=General-IQ-Feedback&prefill_UP-ID=General-IQ-Feedback%20-%20NCLEX-RN%20-%201&hide_Test=true&hide_Which+Form=true&hide_UP-ID=true&hide_Question+Number=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Let us know!<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 1.5em;\"><div class=\"NCLEXRN-question-container\" id=\"q4\" data-correct-answers=\"A,B,F\">\r\n    <p class=\"NCLEXRN-question-text\">4. The nurse is providing education about Raynaud\u2019s disease to a 35-year-old female client. Which of the following information should the nurse include? <em>Select all that apply.<\/em>\r\n<\/p>\r\n    \r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice4\" value=\"A\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">A.<\/span>&nbsp;Stop smoking (make a referral to a smoking cessation program).\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice4\" value=\"B\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">B.<\/span>&nbsp;Wear mittens and gloves when outside during cold weather.\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice4\" value=\"C\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">C.<\/span>&nbsp;Handle cold items from the refrigerator or freezer for brief periods only.\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice4\" value=\"D\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">D.<\/span>&nbsp;Avoid calcium channel blockers.\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice4\" value=\"E\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">E.<\/span>&nbsp;Avoid vasodilators.\r\n<\/label>\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice4\" value=\"F\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">F.<\/span>&nbsp;Avoid birth control pills.\r\n<\/label>\r\n    <button class=\"NCLEXRN-submit-btn\" onclick=\"checkAnswer(4)\">Submit<\/button><br>\r\n    <div id=\"feedback4\" class=\"NCLEXRN-feedback-text\"><\/div>\r\n    <div id=\"explanation4\" class=\"NCLEXRN-explanation-text\">Raynaud\u2019s disease, intermittent digital arteriolar vasoconstriction, affects the hands and feet and may, with severe vasoconstriction, result in ulceration or gangrene. Vasoconstriction occurs with exposure to cold or stress and is exacerbated by smoking and some medications, so clients should be advised to quit smoking and avoid beta blockers and birth control pills. Clients should avoid the cold and wear gloves or mittens whenever exposed to cold temperatures or when handling cold or frozen foods. Treatment may include vasodilators, calcium channel blockers (nifedipine), and sympathectomy.<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bugreport\">Found a bug? <a class=\"ylist\" href=\"https:\/\/airtable.com\/appgcc1PP0BbzPCbI\/shr5gZ1gnO15kxPFw?prefill_Test=NCLEX-RN&prefill_Question+Number=4&prefill_Which+Form=General-IQ-Feedback&prefill_UP-ID=General-IQ-Feedback%20-%20NCLEX-RN%20-%201&hide_Test=true&hide_Which+Form=true&hide_UP-ID=true&hide_Question+Number=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Let us know!<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-bottom: 3.5em;\"><div class=\"NCLEXRN-question-container\" id=\"q5\" data-correct-answers=\"A,C,D\">\r\n    <p class=\"NCLEXRN-question-text\">5. A client has been diagnosed with Parkinson\u2019s disease and has been prescribed levodopa. Which of the following are contraindications to levodopa? <em>Select all that apply.<\/em>\r\n<\/p>\r\n    \r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice5\" value=\"A\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">A.<\/span>&nbsp;Narrow-angle glaucoma\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice5\" value=\"B\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">B.<\/span>&nbsp;Macular degeneration\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice5\" value=\"C\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">C.<\/span>&nbsp;Pregnancy\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice5\" value=\"D\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">D.<\/span>&nbsp;Melanoma\r\n<\/label>\r\n\r\n<label class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-label\">\r\n  <input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"choice5\" value=\"E\" class=\"NCLEXRN-choice-input\">\r\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 600;\">E.<\/span>&nbsp;Cataracts\r\n<\/label>\r\n    <button class=\"NCLEXRN-submit-btn\" onclick=\"checkAnswer(5)\">Submit<\/button><br>\r\n    <div id=\"feedback5\" class=\"NCLEXRN-feedback-text\"><\/div>\r\n    <div id=\"explanation5\" class=\"NCLEXRN-explanation-text\">Contraindications to levodopa include narrow-angle glaucoma, pregnancy, and melanoma (or suspicious skin lesions that may be melanoma). Additionally, levodopa should not be given to clients with psychoses and must be monitored carefully if administered to clients with a history of cardiac problems. Levodopa interacts with numerous drugs, so the client\u2019s list of medications should be reviewed by a pharmacist.\r\n<\/div>\r\n <div class=\"bugreport\">Found a bug? <a class=\"ylist\" href=\"https:\/\/airtable.com\/appgcc1PP0BbzPCbI\/shr5gZ1gnO15kxPFw?prefill_Test=NCLEX-RN&prefill_Question+Number=5&prefill_Which+Form=General-IQ-Feedback&prefill_UP-ID=General-IQ-Feedback%20-%20NCLEX-RN%20-%201&hide_Test=true&hide_Which+Form=true&hide_UP-ID=true&hide_Question+Number=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Let us know!<\/a><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"Registration\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>Registration<\/h2>\n<p>Before you can sit for the NCLEX-RN, you\u2019ll need to complete your program\u2019s <a class=\"ylist\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/nursing-school-requirements\/\">academic and licensing prerequisites<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll also need to receive an authorization to test. This is given by the Board of Nursing or other regulatory body where you wish to practice nursing. They will determine whether you meet their eligibility criteria to become a licensed nurse.<\/p>\n<p>If you meet the criteria and are given the authorization to test, you can schedule your test at the nearest Pearson VUE testing center. You will have to pay an exam fee of $200, and you will have to choose a date and time within the test-taking window listed on your authorization to test letter.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"How_the_NCLEXRN_is_Scored\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>How the NCLEX-RN is Scored<\/h2>\n<p>The NCLEX-RN is scored using a rather unique system. Rather than receiving a point value that reflects either the number of correct answers or the average difficulty level of questions you answered, the score here will be measured in \u201clogits.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Because the NCLEX-RN exam is computer-adaptive, NCSBN uses a <span class=\"tooltip\">logit<span class=\"tooltiptext\">\u24d8 A logit is a unit of measurement that NCSBN uses to report relative differences between test-taker ability estimates and item difficulties.<\/span><\/span> scoring system to determine whether a test-taker passes or fails. In essence, if you receive a logit score of 0.00 or higher, you have answered enough questions correctly and have passed the exam. If you receive a logit score that is lower than 0.00, you have not answered enough questions correctly and have failed the exam.<\/p>\n<p>This logit is being continuously adjusted based on each question you answer which is why there is such a wide range in the number of questions you\u2019ll have to answer on the test. If you reach the minimum 85 questions and the computer program is able to determine with 95% accuracy that you have either passed or failed, the test will end there.<\/p>\n<p>If it is not 95% certain of your results, you will continue to see questions until it is certain or until you reach the maximum of 150 questions. If you reach the maximum, it will do a final assessment to determine if you have met the passing standard.<\/p>\n<p>This might all sound a little complicated but, basically: the better you do, the fewer questions you have to answer. But even if you end up having to answer 150 questions, you might still pass the exam.<\/p>\n<p>If you have met the passing standard, you will simply be informed that you passed the exam. You will only see a detailed report of how you performed on each section of the test if you failed.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"CAT\" class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"ComputerAdaptive_Testing\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>Computer-Adaptive Testing<\/h2>\n<p>The NCLEX-RN is computer-adaptive, meaning that the test monitors your responses and adapts the questions to match your abilities. Here\u2019s a look at how it works:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-138529\" role=\"img\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Computer-Adaptive-Flowchart.svg\" alt=\"A flowchart that shows the adaptive nature of the exam\" width=\"467\" height=\"746\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Essentially, if you answer a question correctly, you get a more difficult question, but if you are incorrect, you are given an easier question to answer.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"How_to_Study_for_the_NCLEXRN_Exam\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>How to Study for the NCLEX-RN Exam<\/h2>\n<h3><span id=\"How_to_Study_Effectively\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>How to Study Effectively<\/h3>\n<p>Your success on NCLEX test day depends not only on how many hours you put into preparing but also on whether you prepared the right way. It\u2019s good to check along the way to see whether your studying is paying off. One of the most effective ways to do this is by taking NCLEX-RN practice tests to evaluate your progress. Practice tests are useful because they show exactly where you need to improve. Every time you take a free NCLEX-RN exam practice test, pay special attention to these three groups of questions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The questions you got wrong<\/li>\n<li>The ones you had to guess on, even if you guessed right<\/li>\n<li>The ones you found difficult or slow to work through<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This will show you exactly what your weak areas are and where you need to devote more study time. Ask yourself why each of these questions gave you trouble. Was it because you didn\u2019t understand the material? Was it because you didn\u2019t remember the vocabulary? Do you need more repetitions on this type of question to build speed and confidence? Dig into those questions and figure out how you can strengthen your weak areas as you go back to review the material.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Answer_Explanations\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>Answer Explanations<\/h3>\n<p>Additionally, many NCLEX-RN practice tests have a section explaining the answer choices. It can be tempting to read the explanation and think that you now have a good understanding of the concept. However, an explanation likely only covers part of the question\u2019s broader context. Even if the explanation makes sense, go back and investigate every concept related to the question until you\u2019re positive you have a thorough understanding.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Comprehend_Each_Topic\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>Comprehend Each Topic<\/h3>\n<p>As you go along, keep in mind that the NCLEX-RN practice test is just that: practice. Memorizing these questions and answers will not be very helpful on the actual test because it is unlikely to have any of the same exact questions. If you only know the right answers to the sample questions, you won\u2019t be prepared for the real thing. Study the concepts until you understand them fully, and then you\u2019ll be able to answer any question that shows up on the test.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Study_Tips\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>Study Tips<\/h3>\n<p>When you\u2019re ready to start taking practice tests, follow this strategy:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><strong>Remove Limitations.<\/strong> Take the first test with no time constraints and with your notes and NCLEX-RN study guide handy. Take your time and focus on applying the strategies you\u2019ve learned.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><strong>Time Yourself.<\/strong> Take the second practice test \u201copen book\u201d as well, but set a timer and practice pacing yourself to finish in time.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><strong>Simulate Test Day.<\/strong> Take any other practice tests as if it were test day. Set a timer and put away your study materials. Sit at a table or desk in a quiet room, imagine yourself at the testing center, and answer questions as quickly and accurately as possible.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Keep Practicing.<\/strong> Keep taking practice tests on a regular basis until you run out of practice tests or it\u2019s time for the actual test. Your mind will be ready for the schedule and stress of test day, and you\u2019ll be able to focus on recalling the material you\u2019ve learned.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"sg-box\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sg-box-text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"sg-box-title\">Prepare with Our NCLEX-RN Flashcards<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Get complex  subjects broken down into easily understandable concepts<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"sg-box-button blue-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flashcardsecrets.com\/nclexrn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get Your Flashcards<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.flashcardsecrets.com\/nclexrn\/\">\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"601\" height=\"368\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-removebg-preview-6.png\" alt=\" Flashcards\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"NCLEXRNCourse\" class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"NCLEXRN_Online_Prep_Course\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>NCLEX-RN Online Prep Course<\/h2>\n<p>If you want to be fully prepared, Mometrix offers an <strong>online NCLEX-RN prep course<\/strong> designed to give you everything you need to succeed!<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s what you&#8217;ll find in the NCLEX-RN course:<\/p>\n<div class=\"mocblurb\">\n<ul>\n<li class=\"moclessons\"><\/li>\n<li class=\"mocpqs\"><\/li>\n<li class=\"mocvideos\"><\/li>\n<li class=\"mocflash\"><\/li>\n<li class=\"mocmoney\"><\/li>\n<li class=\"mocmobile\"><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>Everyone learns differently, so we&#8217;ve tailored the NCLEX-RN online prep course to ensure every learner has what they need to prepare for the NCLEX-RN exam.<\/p>\n<p>Click below to check it out!<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/university\/nclex-rn\/?utm_source=academy&amp;utm_medium=button&amp;utm_campaign=academy-mu-ads&amp;utm_content=nclex-rn\" class=\"class_names\" style=\"color:black;\" onclick=\"_paq.push(['trackEvent', 'Course Button', 'Course Click', 'NCLEXRN Course Click']);\"><button class=\"buttontranscript\">Start Your NCLEX-RN Online Course<\/button><\/a><\/div>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/university\/nclex-rn\/\" class=\"mobile-ad\" style=\"color:black;\" onclick=\"_paq.push(['trackEvent', 'Mobile Ad', 'Mobile Click', 'NCLEXRN Mobile Click']);\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/NCLEX-RN-Mobile-Ad.webp\" alt=\"Ad for a Mometrix online course\" width=\"353\" height=\"354\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"How_to_Pass\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>How to Pass<\/h2>\n<p>At this point, you should have a better understanding of the content and structure of the NCLEX-RN. You are undoubtedly ready to begin the process of preparing for the exam. You can help yourself on exam day by getting enough rest, eating properly, and managing your stress. But, the best way to ensure you do well on the NCLEX-RN is to thoroughly prepare.<\/p>\n<p>Mometrix Test Preparation has the test preparation materials you need in the NCLEX Secrets study guide, which gives you real NCLEX-RN content, including expert tips aimed at helping you reduce stress, recall information, and ensure high performance.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to the NCLEX Secrets study guide, Mometrix Test Preparation also offers a comprehensive NCLEX-RN Practice Test, NCLEX Flashcards, and an online NCLEX-RN course!<\/p>\n<div class=\"buttonlinks\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/university\/nclex-rn\/?utm_source=academy&amp;utm_medium=button&amp;utm_campaign=academy-mu-ads&amp;utm_content=nclex-rn-test\" class=\"class_names\" style=\"color:black;\" onclick=\"_paq.push(['trackEvent', 'Course Button', 'Course Click', 'NCLEXRN Course Click']);\">NCLEX-RN Online Course<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1516731182\/?tag=academy08-20\">NCLEX-RN Study Guide<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.flashcardsecrets.com\/nclexrn\/\">NCLEX-RN Flashcards<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"FAQs\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>FAQs<\/h2>\n<div class=\"faq-list\">\n<div class=\"qa_wrap\">\n<div class=\"q_item text_bold\">\n<h4 class=\"letter\">Q<\/h4>\n<p style=\"line-height: unset;\">How many questions are on the NCLEX-RN?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"a_item\">\n<h4 class=\"letter text_bold\">A<\/h4>\n<p>There are between 85 and 150 questions on the NCLEX-RN.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"qa_wrap\">\n<div class=\"q_item text_bold\">\n<h4 class=\"letter\">Q<\/h4>\n<p style=\"line-height: unset;\">How long is the NCLEX-RN exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"a_item\">\n<h4 class=\"letter text_bold\">A<\/h4>\n<p>The NCLEX-RN has a time limit of 5 hours.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"qa_wrap\">\n<div class=\"q_item text_bold\">\n<h4 class=\"letter\">Q<\/h4>\n<p style=\"line-height: unset;\">What is a passing score on the NCLEX-RN?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"a_item\">\n<h4 class=\"letter text_bold\">A<\/h4>\n<p>The passing score for the NCLEX-RN is 0.00 logits.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"qa_wrap\">\n<div class=\"q_item text_bold\">\n<h4 class=\"letter\">Q<\/h4>\n<p style=\"line-height: unset;\">When will I receive my test scores?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"a_item\">\n<h4 class=\"letter text_bold\">A<\/h4>\n<p>You will receive your NCLEX-RN test scores six weeks after completing the exam.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><div itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"author\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" class=\"author-bio\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" class=\"author-image\" height=\"127\" width=\"127\" alt=\"Headshot of Kate Nockunas.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/tinywow_tinywow_Kate-Nockunas-Cropped-min_24640345_24640389.webp\"><div class=\"author-text\"><p class=\"author-name\">By <span itemprop=\"name\">Kate Nockunas<\/span><\/p><div class=\"author-desc\"><p>Kate has been Mometrix\u2019s Nursing and Medical Editor for over four years. She has a bachelor\u2019s degree in Communications from Vanderbilt University, a bachelor\u2019s degree in Nursing from Marymount University, and a master\u2019s degree in Education from Johns Hopkins. Kate is a critical care registered nurse who still works occasionally in the ICU and PACU.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"editor\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" class=\"author-bio\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" class=\"author-image\" height=\"127\" width=\"127\" alt=\"Aaron Lanni profile pic\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image_2024-12-11_124906662.png\"><div class=\"author-text\"><p class=\"author-name\">Edited by <span itemprop=\"name\">Aaron Lanni<\/span><\/p><div class=\"author-desc\"><p>Aaron is the content manager and lead editor for Mometrix Academy. He regularly produces, updates, proofreads, and edits content to ensure it meets Mometrix\u2019s quality and accessibility standards.<\/p>\n<\/div><p class=\"alignright author-desc author-link\"><a class=\"ylist\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/editorial-guidelines\/\">Learn more about our editorial guidelines<\/a> \u2192<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<div class=\"home-buttons\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/nclex-exam\/\">NCLEX Questions<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"disclaimer\">NCLEX and NCLEX-RN are registered trademarks of National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc., which is not affiliated with Mometrix Test Preparation and does not endorse this page.<\/p>\n<p class=\"amazon-disclaimer\">Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, we may earn commissions from qualifying purchases from Amazon.com.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>An important step in the process of becoming a nurse, the National Council Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN&reg;) measures whether a candidate has the minimum competency required to provide safe and effective nursing care to patients. 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