Nursing Leadership Ch 5: NCLEX-RN and New Graduate

Nursing Leadership Ch 5: NCLEX-RN and New Graduate

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Chapter 05: NCLEX-RN® Examinatio...

26 terms kmhayes5Preview Nursing 25 terms kpo The graduate nurse understands the purpose of the NCLEX-RN® exam when stating which of the following?"The exam determines the candidate's ability or inability to meet minimum standards for safe practice." Which statement by the nursing professor is accurate about the NCLEX-RN® exam? The purpose of the NCLEX-RN® test plan is to ensure that all "test items are job related." In trends class, a student tells the instructor, "I don't think I can possibly pass the NCLEX-RN®. I hated psych nursing, but now I've heard that a huge amount of the NCLEX® is psych related." What is the best response from the instructor?"Psychosocial integrity is the basis for 6% to 12% of the examination." Which statement indicates the graduate nurses understanding of the process at the NCLEX® testing site?"I will be thumbprinted and photographed." Which statement made by the graduate nurse indicates understanding of the NCLEX-RN® exam passing score?"The passing score is the same for licensure in all states." What type of nursing position would most likely provide experience in the type of nursing situations upon which the NCLEX® Exam questions are based?Staff nurse in a medical-surgical inpatient unit What is the best review strategy to use to prepare for the NCLEX-RN® Exam?Review basic nursing content 2 to 3 hours a day 3 days a week for 5 to 6 weeks.What are helpful strategies for dealing with test anxiety? Practice relaxation techniques and positive thinking.

Which of the following statements indicate the nurses understanding of the content of the NCLEX® Exam?"The exam is based on a practice analysis conducted by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing." The graduate nurse is preparing to take the NCLEX-RN® Exam. Which blueprint category is interpreted as having the highest percentage of test items?Physiological integrity The nurse interprets "computer adaptive testing (CAT)" to mean questions are selected, and the exam is adapted to the candidate's previous responses.The graduate nurse has an adequate understanding of

the Authorization to Test when stating:

"The Authorization to Test arrives when all course work and applications have been completed and approved." The nurse interprets the Nurse Licensure Compact as an agreement between compact states to recognize licensure from member states.The nurse interprets the role of the individual state boards of nursing in the NCLEX® Exam as which of the following?To coordinate with the National Council State Boards of Nursing in administering the examination and licensing candidates to practice in respective states The graduate nurse understands the process of NCLEX-

RN® Exam scoring and reporting when stating:

"The NCLEX-RN® Exam is scored on a pass/fail basis and is reported directly to the candidate." A candidate has scheduled to take the NCLEX® Exam and has a family emergency before the scheduled date. What is the best action for the candidate to take?Call the Candidate Services office at least 24 hours or 1 business day before the scheduled testing day.A graduate nurse has arrived at the testing center when realizing that the required ATT form is missing. Explain what events would happen next.The testing center staff would not allow him to test without his ATT.What would happen if the graduate nurse failed the NCLEX-RN on the first testing attempt?The graduate nurse would be required to wait 45 to 90 days before retesting.A graduate nurse is planning to travel to a testing site and will need to have overnight accommodations. Which of the following is the best action for this graduate nurse to take to make the stay a success?Room alone or with someone who is supportive of a positive environment.To adequately prepare for the NCLEX-RN® examination, which action by the graduate nurse is advised?Begin planning early at least 6 months ahead.A nursing professor is preparing students for the NCLEX- RN® Exam. Which of the following items should the professor inform the students to expect on the exam?(Select all that apply.) Multiple choice questions with one correct answer Drag and drop questions into an ordered response Graphic questions with a hot spot to identify an area Questions with an audio component where you need to wear a headset to listen Questions where you select the correct answer from the graphics presented at the end of the question

Which actions by the graduate nurse can help reduce anxiety on testing day? (Select all that apply.) Drive to the testing site the day before.Evaluate traffic.Drive to the hotel the day before.Locate the parking area at the testing site.What actions will help prepare the graduate nurse for testing success? (Select all that apply.) Dress comfortably.Eat a balanced breakfast.Have identification needed for entrance into the exam.What questions should the graduate nurse ask themself when determining which NCLEX-RN® examination review course is right for the graduate? (Select all that apply.) What review courses are easily accessible?How well do I study at the computer?Can I plan a study review schedule and stick to it?Can I plan study time?What actions by the graduate nurse will assist with finding the best NCLEX-RN® review book for personal study needs? (Select all that apply.) Check the number of pages in various subjects in the material.Look up several common topics in the index.Look for a book that focuses on nursing concepts.Look for a book that focuses on the delivery of safe patient care.What are acceptable forms of identification at the testing center? (Select all that apply.) U.S. driver's license U.S. state-issued identification Passport U.S. military identification