2025 NCLEX‑RN® Study Vault (9th Ed.) –
Complete Chapter‑Wise Test Bank & Clear
Rationales PDF Study Guide
TEST BANK
Question 1
Which statement best describes how the NCLEX-PN® uses
computer adaptive testing (CAT)?
A. The exam gives all candidates the same fixed set of items.
B. The exam selects each item based on prior responses to
estimate ability.
C. The exam ends after a set number of items regardless of
performance.
D. The exam allows candidates to return to prior items to
change answers.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
• A: Incorrect — CAT does not use a fixed set; it adapts.
• B: Correct — CAT selects items based on previous
responses to refine an ability estimate.
, • C: Incorrect — The exam may end after meeting statistical
confidence, not simply a fixed count for all.
• D: Incorrect — Candidates cannot return to previous items
in CAT.
Domain: Safe & Effective Care Environment —
Management of Care
Bloom’s Level: Knowledge
Tag: [Pyramid Point 1 / Priority Concept: Testing Principles
/ Clinical Judgment Skill 1]
Question 2
What is the primary purpose of the NCLEX-PN® Test Plan?
A. To publish candidates’ scores publicly.
B. To list the content categories and percentage of items.
C. To provide sample test questions for study.
D. To schedule candidates’ examination times.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
• A: Incorrect — Scores are not published publicly by the
Test Plan.
• B: Correct — The Test Plan defines content categories and
approximates item distribution.
• C: Incorrect — The Test Plan does not provide sample
items (though practice resources exist elsewhere).
, • D: Incorrect — Scheduling is handled via registration and
testing vendor systems.
Domain: Safe & Effective Care Environment —
Management of Care
Bloom’s Level: Knowledge
Tag: [Pyramid Point 1 / Priority Concept: Test Blueprint /
Clinical Judgment Skill 1]
Question 3
Which document must an applicant present to the testing
vendor before scheduling the NCLEX-PN® examination?
A. Candidate Performance Report (CPR)
B. Authorization to Test (ATT) form
C. Results from previous practice tests
D. Score transfer request form
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
• A: Incorrect — The CPR is provided after testing, not
before.
• B: Correct — The Authorization to Test (ATT) is required to
schedule.
• C: Incorrect — Practice test results are not required for
scheduling.
• D: Incorrect — Score transfer is for licensure, not
scheduling the exam.
, Domain: Safe & Effective Care Environment —
Management of Care
Bloom’s Level: Knowledge
Tag: [Pyramid Point 2 / Priority Concept: Registration
Process / Clinical Judgment Skill 1]
Question 4
A nurse who graduated outside the United States asks about
testing as an internationally-educated nurse. Which statement
is accurate?
A. Internationally-educated nurses follow a different NCLEX with
no verification.
B. They must have credentials verified by the regulatory body
before authorization.
C. No additional documentation is required beyond application
and fee.
D. They automatically qualify for licensure in all U.S. states.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
• A: Incorrect — The NCLEX-PN® is the same test; verification
is required.
• B: Correct — Regulatory bodies require credential
evaluation/verification before ATT is issued.
• C: Incorrect — Additional documentation and verification
are typically required.
Complete Chapter‑Wise Test Bank & Clear
Rationales PDF Study Guide
TEST BANK
Question 1
Which statement best describes how the NCLEX-PN® uses
computer adaptive testing (CAT)?
A. The exam gives all candidates the same fixed set of items.
B. The exam selects each item based on prior responses to
estimate ability.
C. The exam ends after a set number of items regardless of
performance.
D. The exam allows candidates to return to prior items to
change answers.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
• A: Incorrect — CAT does not use a fixed set; it adapts.
• B: Correct — CAT selects items based on previous
responses to refine an ability estimate.
, • C: Incorrect — The exam may end after meeting statistical
confidence, not simply a fixed count for all.
• D: Incorrect — Candidates cannot return to previous items
in CAT.
Domain: Safe & Effective Care Environment —
Management of Care
Bloom’s Level: Knowledge
Tag: [Pyramid Point 1 / Priority Concept: Testing Principles
/ Clinical Judgment Skill 1]
Question 2
What is the primary purpose of the NCLEX-PN® Test Plan?
A. To publish candidates’ scores publicly.
B. To list the content categories and percentage of items.
C. To provide sample test questions for study.
D. To schedule candidates’ examination times.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
• A: Incorrect — Scores are not published publicly by the
Test Plan.
• B: Correct — The Test Plan defines content categories and
approximates item distribution.
• C: Incorrect — The Test Plan does not provide sample
items (though practice resources exist elsewhere).
, • D: Incorrect — Scheduling is handled via registration and
testing vendor systems.
Domain: Safe & Effective Care Environment —
Management of Care
Bloom’s Level: Knowledge
Tag: [Pyramid Point 1 / Priority Concept: Test Blueprint /
Clinical Judgment Skill 1]
Question 3
Which document must an applicant present to the testing
vendor before scheduling the NCLEX-PN® examination?
A. Candidate Performance Report (CPR)
B. Authorization to Test (ATT) form
C. Results from previous practice tests
D. Score transfer request form
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
• A: Incorrect — The CPR is provided after testing, not
before.
• B: Correct — The Authorization to Test (ATT) is required to
schedule.
• C: Incorrect — Practice test results are not required for
scheduling.
• D: Incorrect — Score transfer is for licensure, not
scheduling the exam.
, Domain: Safe & Effective Care Environment —
Management of Care
Bloom’s Level: Knowledge
Tag: [Pyramid Point 2 / Priority Concept: Registration
Process / Clinical Judgment Skill 1]
Question 4
A nurse who graduated outside the United States asks about
testing as an internationally-educated nurse. Which statement
is accurate?
A. Internationally-educated nurses follow a different NCLEX with
no verification.
B. They must have credentials verified by the regulatory body
before authorization.
C. No additional documentation is required beyond application
and fee.
D. They automatically qualify for licensure in all U.S. states.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
• A: Incorrect — The NCLEX-PN® is the same test; verification
is required.
• B: Correct — Regulatory bodies require credential
evaluation/verification before ATT is issued.
• C: Incorrect — Additional documentation and verification
are typically required.
