BSN395: ENTRY INTO PROFESSIONAL
NURSING PRACTICE Final Exam , Real Exam
Guide with Practice Questions & Verified
Answers 2026/2027 Updated Already Graded A+
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Question 1:
A new graduate nurse is preparing for the NCLEX-RN exam. Which
statement about NCLEX-RN is correct?
A. The exam has a fixed number of 150 questions for all candidates
B. The exam uses Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT) – questions
adapt based on candidate's ability
C. Candidates can take the exam unlimited times with no waiting period
D. The exam focuses only on medical-surgical nursing
Rationale: Correct answer: B. NCLEX-RN uses CAT; questions become
harder or easier based on performance. Number of questions varies
(minimum 85, maximum 150). Candidates must wait 45 days to retake
after failure (C). Exam covers all Client Needs categories, not just med-
surg (D).
Question 2:
A new graduate nurse is applying for her first nursing position. Which
document should she include in her professional portfolio to demonstrate
her clinical experiences?
,
A. List of clinical rotations with hours and key skills
B. Only her nursing license
C. Only her BLS certification
D. Only her academic transcript
Rationale: Correct answer: A. A professional portfolio for new graduates
should include a list of clinical rotations (hospital, unit, hours, key
skills). Also include resume, cover letter, references, license,
certifications, awards. Multiple items are needed, not just one.
Question 3:
A new graduate nurse is offered a position in a nurse residency program.
What is the primary purpose of a nurse residency program?
A. To replace the NCLEX exam
B. To provide classroom and clinical support for new graduates during
the transition to practice (6-12 months)
C. To prepare nurses for graduate school
D. To provide free housing for new graduates
Rationale: Correct answer: B. Nurse residency programs (transition to
practice programs) support new graduates during the first 6-12 months of
practice with classroom education, clinical preceptorship, simulation,
and group support. They improve retention and confidence and decrease
errors.
Question 4:
,
A new graduate nurse is assigned to care for 6 patients on a medical-
surgical unit. She feels overwhelmed. According to Benner's Novice to
Expert Model, which stage is this nurse in?
A. Novice
B. Advanced Beginner
C. Competent
D. Proficient
Rationale: Correct answer: A. Novice stage: new graduate (first few
months) with no experience; rule-based behavior; needs supervision;
feels overwhelmed. Advanced Beginner (B) has 6-12 months experience.
Competent (C) at 2-3 years.
Question 5:
A new graduate nurse makes a medication error (gave wrong dose of
insulin). The patient is stable with no adverse effects. What is the nurse's
priority action?
A. File an incident report
B. Assess the patient, notify the provider, and document the error
C. Hide the error from the charge nurse
D. Leave the unit to avoid confrontation
Rationale: Correct answer: B. The priority is to assess the patient for
harm, notify the provider, and document the error (if required by
facility). Then file an incident report. Do not hide errors (C) or leave (D).
Honesty and transparency are essential.
,
Question 6:
A new graduate nurse is preparing for a job interview. She is asked, "Tell
me about a time you made a mistake." Which response is most
appropriate using the STAR method?
A. "I have never made a mistake."
B. "I once gave the wrong medication to a patient. I immediately
assessed the patient, notified the provider, and filed an incident report.
The patient was not harmed. I learned to always use the five rights and
check the MAR before administering."
C. "I don't remember any mistakes."
D. "Mistakes don't happen on my unit."
Rationale: Correct answer: B. Uses STAR (Situation: gave wrong
medication; Task: needed to correct error; Action: assessed patient,
notified provider, filed report; Result: patient not harmed, learned
lesson). Option A is dishonest (everyone makes mistakes). Option C is
evasive.
Question 7:
A new graduate nurse is calling a provider about a patient with chest
pain. Using SBAR, which statement represents "Situation"?
A. "I am calling about Mrs. Jones in room 432. She has new-onset chest
pain."
B. "She has a history of hypertension and diabetes."
C. "Her blood pressure is 160/90, heart rate 110, and EKG shows ST
elevation."
NURSING PRACTICE Final Exam , Real Exam
Guide with Practice Questions & Verified
Answers 2026/2027 Updated Already Graded A+
Guaranteed Pass
Question 1:
A new graduate nurse is preparing for the NCLEX-RN exam. Which
statement about NCLEX-RN is correct?
A. The exam has a fixed number of 150 questions for all candidates
B. The exam uses Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT) – questions
adapt based on candidate's ability
C. Candidates can take the exam unlimited times with no waiting period
D. The exam focuses only on medical-surgical nursing
Rationale: Correct answer: B. NCLEX-RN uses CAT; questions become
harder or easier based on performance. Number of questions varies
(minimum 85, maximum 150). Candidates must wait 45 days to retake
after failure (C). Exam covers all Client Needs categories, not just med-
surg (D).
Question 2:
A new graduate nurse is applying for her first nursing position. Which
document should she include in her professional portfolio to demonstrate
her clinical experiences?
,
A. List of clinical rotations with hours and key skills
B. Only her nursing license
C. Only her BLS certification
D. Only her academic transcript
Rationale: Correct answer: A. A professional portfolio for new graduates
should include a list of clinical rotations (hospital, unit, hours, key
skills). Also include resume, cover letter, references, license,
certifications, awards. Multiple items are needed, not just one.
Question 3:
A new graduate nurse is offered a position in a nurse residency program.
What is the primary purpose of a nurse residency program?
A. To replace the NCLEX exam
B. To provide classroom and clinical support for new graduates during
the transition to practice (6-12 months)
C. To prepare nurses for graduate school
D. To provide free housing for new graduates
Rationale: Correct answer: B. Nurse residency programs (transition to
practice programs) support new graduates during the first 6-12 months of
practice with classroom education, clinical preceptorship, simulation,
and group support. They improve retention and confidence and decrease
errors.
Question 4:
,
A new graduate nurse is assigned to care for 6 patients on a medical-
surgical unit. She feels overwhelmed. According to Benner's Novice to
Expert Model, which stage is this nurse in?
A. Novice
B. Advanced Beginner
C. Competent
D. Proficient
Rationale: Correct answer: A. Novice stage: new graduate (first few
months) with no experience; rule-based behavior; needs supervision;
feels overwhelmed. Advanced Beginner (B) has 6-12 months experience.
Competent (C) at 2-3 years.
Question 5:
A new graduate nurse makes a medication error (gave wrong dose of
insulin). The patient is stable with no adverse effects. What is the nurse's
priority action?
A. File an incident report
B. Assess the patient, notify the provider, and document the error
C. Hide the error from the charge nurse
D. Leave the unit to avoid confrontation
Rationale: Correct answer: B. The priority is to assess the patient for
harm, notify the provider, and document the error (if required by
facility). Then file an incident report. Do not hide errors (C) or leave (D).
Honesty and transparency are essential.
,
Question 6:
A new graduate nurse is preparing for a job interview. She is asked, "Tell
me about a time you made a mistake." Which response is most
appropriate using the STAR method?
A. "I have never made a mistake."
B. "I once gave the wrong medication to a patient. I immediately
assessed the patient, notified the provider, and filed an incident report.
The patient was not harmed. I learned to always use the five rights and
check the MAR before administering."
C. "I don't remember any mistakes."
D. "Mistakes don't happen on my unit."
Rationale: Correct answer: B. Uses STAR (Situation: gave wrong
medication; Task: needed to correct error; Action: assessed patient,
notified provider, filed report; Result: patient not harmed, learned
lesson). Option A is dishonest (everyone makes mistakes). Option C is
evasive.
Question 7:
A new graduate nurse is calling a provider about a patient with chest
pain. Using SBAR, which statement represents "Situation"?
A. "I am calling about Mrs. Jones in room 432. She has new-onset chest
pain."
B. "She has a history of hypertension and diabetes."
C. "Her blood pressure is 160/90, heart rate 110, and EKG shows ST
elevation."
