Question 1

A student is a month into her LPN-RN program. She realizes that proper studying is key to success and passing the NCLEX-RN exam. What would be the most appropriate action for the student to take when it comes to studying?

Accepted Answer

The student should begin studying for the NCLEX-RN at the beginning of her program in order to be the most prepared to take the exam on graduation. She should not wait until the end of her program to begin studying or assume that she will retain all information from class alone to pass the exam successfully.

Question 2

A nursing student is giving a presentation on the different organizations that support nurses. She has an adequate understanding of the American Nurses Association when she states, "The American Nurses Association

Accepted Answer

The American Nurses Association represents and advocates for nurses. The National Council of State Boards of Nursing evaluates and updates licensure exams to ensure that all nurses who enter into practice meet the minimum requirement for knowledge and skills. Individual schools of nursing set the guidelines for entrance into nursing programs.

Question 3

Before beginning the exam, a student stops and reflects on the Five C's: content, confidence, control, common sense, and comparison. Which statement made by the student indicates her understanding of confidence?

Accepted Answer

When the student stops before beginning an exam and thinks, "I know I can do this," confidence is being demonstrated. The content component refers to knowing the specific content that is being studied. Comparison refers to narrowing down to the right answer. Common sense refers to listening to intuition. Remaining positive and steady and handling tensions demonstrates control.

Question 4

The use of CAT has drastically changed the process of licensure testing. The graduate nurse understands this process when she makes which statements? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

With the implementation of CAT, students are able to make testing plans that accommodate their lifestyles. These choices include choosing a date/time to test, as well as a center that is most convenient for them. Students are not allowed to bring study material to use on the test or schedule multiple testing dates. CAT implementation does not ensure easier questions.

Question 5

When taking an exam the student remains positive, steady, and able to handle tensions that build. The course instructor interprets the student's behavior as

Accepted Answer

Remaining positive and steady and handling tensions demonstrates control. Confidence relates to the student's ability to believe in himself or herself. Common sense refers to listening to intuition. The content component refers to knowing the specific content that is being studied.

Question 6

Every 3 years the NCSBN conducts practice analysis to determine the expectations for entry level nurses who are newly licensed. The nurse manager understands and can state that nursing care activities are analyzed in relation to all of the following except

Accepted Answer

Frequency of performance, impact on maintaining client safety, and client care setting where the activities are performed are analyzed by the NCSBN. The time commitment of nursing care is not one of the activities that are analyzed by the NCSBN.

Question 7

Students are applying the KATTS Framework in order to be successful in their nursing program. The instructor knows they are following the framework properly when they report which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Students should spend 1 hour on focus content review for every 2 to 3 hours of question drill time.

Question 8

A student is designing a study plan to prepare for NCLEX. The student analyzes testing processes and determines which goal is the best preparation process?

Accepted Answer

Students should complete upward of 2500 NCLEX-RN-style questions to prepare adequately for the exam. Although reviewing the medical surgical book, making flash cards, and outlining chapters for exams with a score of less than 80% are also helpful, completing NCLEX-type questions is the best preparation process.

Question 9

A student is studying the KATTS Framework in class. She has offered to tutor a friend who is struggling to grasp the concept of the framework. She knows that her teaching has been effective when her friend states that the KATTS Framework consists of all of the following, except

Accepted Answer

The KATTS Framework focuses on knowledge base, anxiety control, and test-taking skills for success.

Question 10

A student is preparing to begin her final semester of nursing school. She is aware that academic and nonacademic factors can affect her ability to pass the NCLEX-RN. Which statements indicate an understanding of the nonacademic factors? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

Self-esteem, test anxiety, and role strain are all nonacademic factors that can lead to the student's ability to pass NCLEX-RN exam.

Question 11

It is helpful to understand the difference between school exams and the NCLEX-RN in order to ensure that you are prepared to succeed. The student demonstrates adequate understanding of the NCLEX-RN when she makes which statement?

Accepted Answer

The NCLEX-RN specifically tests critical and higher thinking skills, in order to ensure that candidates meet the minimum criteria needed to practice safely.

Question 12

A group of nursing students is planning to utilize the KATTS Framework for their group study this week. In order to complete a drill set effectively, they should do which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

The steps for completing a drill set include completing a minimum of 50 questions in 1 hour and working up to 100 questions in 2 hours, analyzing the results of the drill set and looking for gaps in knowledge, understanding the rationale for the correct and incorrect answers, and creating a study plan for gaps in knowledge.

Question 13

Students in a nursing class have just finished an exam on the KATTS Framework. The students should know that they can do which of the following, in order to strengthen the knowledge component of the KATTS Framework? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

Completing NCLEX-RN pretests is a way for students to strengthen the knowledge component of the KATTS Framework. Students should review updated NCLEX-RN test plans and assess knowledge deficits before creating a study plan.

Question 14

A graduate nurse is submitting documentation so that she may take the NCLEX-RN within a few months. Which action shows an understanding of the content of the most updated test plan?

Accepted Answer

The graduate nurse should be aware that the most updated NCLEX-RN test plan will cover health promotion and maintenance, among other areas.

Question 15

A graduate nurse is preparing to take the NCLEX-RN exam. She knows that which self-care activities that will help her pass the exam? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

The graduate nurse should focus on self-care activities that will help her reach her goal of passing the NCLEX-RN exam. These include getting adequate sleep at night and eating a balanced diet. Staying up studying the night before the exam would be counterproductive, and consuming energy drinks is not a healthy self-care activity.

Question 16

The student is attending a NCLEX RN workshop. Which statement indicates that the teaching has been effective?

Accepted Answer

Rigorous and ongoing testing continues to conclude that Computer Adaptive Testing is both reliable and valid. The NCSBN ensures this by continually evaluating tests and making changes as needed.

Question 17

A faculty member is discussing question types found on NCLEX. The faculty member knows that students need more teaching about question types if they select which question type?

Accepted Answer

Candidates will be asked to answer types of questions such as fill-in-the-blank, multiple choice, and drug calculations. Candidates will not be asked to write answers in essay format.

Question 18

Studies have found that students tend to answer questions at a slower pace as they proceed through exams. With this in mind, students should be aware of _____ during school exams as practice for the NCLEX-RN.

Accepted Answer

Students should be aware of time as they take exams in school so that they can practice pacing themselves before taking the NCLEX-RN.

Question 19

The student is attending an information session on the NCLEX RN. Which statement indicates that teaching has been effective?

Accepted Answer

Students may either pass or fail the NCLEX-RN after completing 75 or up to 265 questions.

Question 20

The student is listening to a lecture on passing the NCLEX RN exam. Which statement indicates that the teaching has been effective?

Accepted Answer

Having a positive attitude and believing in oneself are critical for students preparing for the NCLEX-RN exam.

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