University Of Maryland Test Bank (2024)

FAQs

How many questions are in the NCLEX test bank? ›

The NCLEX-RN consists of 74-145 questions. This includes 15 pre-test questions that do not count toward test takers' scores. The NCLEX-PN consists of 85-205 questions, including 25 non-scored questions.

Within the minimum-length exam, there will be 52 stand-alone items and three case studies (each case has six items for a total of 18 items) that will be scored and contribute to the pass/fail decision. This results in 70 scored items.

The format of case studies

Describes the scenario and includes a rendition of a client-care record with tabs for nursing notes, laboratory results, provider orders, vital signs, and history and physical.

The NCLEX is a standardized exam and is the same type of test for everyone in the country. No state has a “harder” exam than another state.

Is the Next Gen NCLEX easier than the old NCLEX exam? A common question nursing students ask about the Next Gen NCLEX is whether or not the exam is easier than the old NCLEX. The short answer is no, the Next Gen NCLEX is not easier.

Among the scored items on a minimum length test, candidates should expect 3 case studies with 18 of the 85 items (21%) to be NGN.

The main things to know about a case study question are: each case study includes 6 questions. students are getting about 5 case studies on their NCLEX (but only 3 count towards passing) students are reporting that they don't seem super hard.

What are normal vitals for NCLEX? ›

Normal Range Vitals

Blood pressure: 90/60 mm Hg to 120/80 mm Hg. Breathing: 12 to 18 breaths per minute. Pulse: 60 to 100 beats per minute. Temperature: 97.8°F to 99.1°F (36.5°C to 37.3°C); average 98.6°F (37°C)

Next Generation NCLEX Scoring

Some will have partial credit. This is referred to as polytomous scoring. With traditional NCLEX items, answers are either right or wrong. Responses may receive 0 or 1 point.

The NCLEX uses a base logit score of 0.00 to determine whether you pass or not. You pass if you score above 0.00, meaning you answered enough questions correctly. If you score negative, you didn't answer enough questions correctly.

NEW GENERATION NCLEX Lab Values explained Lab values will be given Questions will tell you if the value is normal, low, or high but you still need to be able to interpret. This is because you will need to skim the tabs given (vital signs, nurses notes, orders) quickly.

Understanding the NCLEX Exam Format

For the NCLEX-RN, candidates can expect anywhere from 75 to 145 questions, including 15 pretest items that are not scored. On the other hand, the NCLEX-PN consists of 85 to 205 questions, with 25 being pretest items.

Once a student reaches 265 questions, the exam closes. The result will be either a 'Pass' or a 'Fail,' not a percentage score.

How Many Questions Are on the NCLEX? The number of questions on each NCLEX exam will vary depending on how well you answer each question. The minimum number of questions is 75 and the maximum is 145. If you answer most of the questions correctly, then you could pass the test after answering only the minimum of 75.

How many questions on the NCLEX do you need to get right to pass? You must get at least 85 questions correct, or achieve a 95% confidence level, to pass the NCLEX.