Is there a 'need to know' list of drugs for the NCLEX? Kristin June 19, 2023 20:30 Updated NCSBN does not specify a list of medications that are on the exam. Related articles Does NCSBN use generic and trade names on items with medications? Does the NCLEX bold key words in items? At what cognitive level is the NCLEX written? What is an integrated process? Are NCLEX item banks rotated?