What the NCLEX Looks Like
- Which units of measurement will be used with lab values on the NCLEX exam?
- What is the current format and item types for the NCLEX?
- How long is the NCLEX?
- Do items provide candidates with normal reference ranges?
- Will students have exams that focus on nursing specialties?
- How does the NCLEX address terminology differences between jurisdictions using the NCLEX?
- Does the NCLEX bold key words in items?
- Does NCSBN use generic and trade names on items with medications?
- Is there a 'need to know' list of drugs for the NCLEX?
- What is an integrated process?
- At what cognitive level is the NCLEX written?
- What is the readability level of the NCLEX?
- Are NCLEX item banks rotated?
- What is an alternate item format?
- Is there a certain percentage of alternate items on the NCLEX?
- Do calculation items have a decimal place?
- When should a candidate round a calculation item?
- Can candidates answer an exhibit item and move to the next item even if they did not open all of the exhibit tabs?