2025 NCLEX‑RN® STUDY VAULT (9TH ED.) –
COMPLETE CHAPTER‑WISE TEST BANK &
CLEAR RATIONALES PDF STUDY GUIDE
TEST BANK
Chapter: Clinical Judgment and the Next Generation NCLEX
(NGN)-PN® Examination
Topic: Unit I — NCLEX-PN® Exam Preparation (Clinical
Judgment, NGN, Test Process, Test Plan, Exam Day,
Accommodations, Licensure)
Question 1
Which document describes the knowledge, skills, and abilities
measured on the NCLEX-PN® examination and guides item
development?
A. Candidate Performance Report (CPR)
B. NCLEX-PN® Test Plan
C. Authorization to Test form (ATT)
D. Computer Adaptive Testing (CAT) algorithm
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
, • A: Incorrect — The CPR summarizes a candidate’s
performance after testing; it does not guide item
development.
• B: Correct — The Test Plan lists content areas, client needs,
and cognitive levels used to develop exam items.
• C: Incorrect — The ATT is the scheduling authorization, not
the content blueprint.
• D: Incorrect — The CAT algorithm determines item
selection during testing; it is not the content blueprint.
Domain: Management of Care / Safe & Effective Care
Environment
Bloom: Knowledge
CJMM Cognitive Focus: Recognize
Tag: [Pyramid Point 1 / Priority Concept: Test Blueprint /
Clinical Judgment Skill 1]
Question 2
What does the term “computer adaptive testing” (CAT) mean
for an NCLEX-PN® candidate?
A. The test automatically adjusts time limits for each candidate.
B. The test delivers items based on the candidate’s previous
answers.
C. The computer gives feedback after each question.
D. The test randomly selects questions from a fixed set.
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
• A: Incorrect — CAT does not change time limits per
candidate; timing is fixed for the exam session.
• B: Correct — CAT uses prior responses to select items
matching the candidate’s estimated ability.
• C: Incorrect — The system does not provide content
feedback during the exam.
• D: Incorrect — Item selection is not random; it is adaptive
based on performance.
Domain: Management of Care / Safe & Effective Care
Environment
Bloom: Comprehension (Knowledge)
CJMM Cognitive Focus: Recognize
Tag: [Pyramid Point 1 / Priority Concept: Exam Mechanics /
Clinical Judgment Skill 1]
Question 3
Which form must a candidate bring to the testing center as
proof of identity and authorization to test?
A. Candidate Performance Report (CPR)
B. Authorization to Test (ATT) email or printout and
government-issued photo ID
C. Test Plan confirmation letter
D. Nursing school diploma
, Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
• A: Incorrect — The CPR is issued after testing, not used to
authorize entrance.
• B: Correct — The ATT plus valid government photo ID are
required to enter the testing center.
• C: Incorrect — The Test Plan is a content document; it is
not used for identification.
• D: Incorrect — A diploma is not acceptable identification
for test administration.
Domain: Management of Care / Safe & Effective Care
Environment
Bloom: Knowledge
CJMM Cognitive Focus: Recognize
Tag: [Pyramid Point 2 / Priority Concept: Exam Logistics /
Clinical Judgment Skill 1]
Question 4
Which candidate accommodation is appropriate for a nurse
with a documented visual impairment?
A. Unlimited breaks without documentation
B. Extended testing time and screen magnification or large-print
items
C. Replacement of multiple-choice items with essay questions
D. Allowing a family member to read items aloud in the testing
COMPLETE CHAPTER‑WISE TEST BANK &
CLEAR RATIONALES PDF STUDY GUIDE
TEST BANK
Chapter: Clinical Judgment and the Next Generation NCLEX
(NGN)-PN® Examination
Topic: Unit I — NCLEX-PN® Exam Preparation (Clinical
Judgment, NGN, Test Process, Test Plan, Exam Day,
Accommodations, Licensure)
Question 1
Which document describes the knowledge, skills, and abilities
measured on the NCLEX-PN® examination and guides item
development?
A. Candidate Performance Report (CPR)
B. NCLEX-PN® Test Plan
C. Authorization to Test form (ATT)
D. Computer Adaptive Testing (CAT) algorithm
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
, • A: Incorrect — The CPR summarizes a candidate’s
performance after testing; it does not guide item
development.
• B: Correct — The Test Plan lists content areas, client needs,
and cognitive levels used to develop exam items.
• C: Incorrect — The ATT is the scheduling authorization, not
the content blueprint.
• D: Incorrect — The CAT algorithm determines item
selection during testing; it is not the content blueprint.
Domain: Management of Care / Safe & Effective Care
Environment
Bloom: Knowledge
CJMM Cognitive Focus: Recognize
Tag: [Pyramid Point 1 / Priority Concept: Test Blueprint /
Clinical Judgment Skill 1]
Question 2
What does the term “computer adaptive testing” (CAT) mean
for an NCLEX-PN® candidate?
A. The test automatically adjusts time limits for each candidate.
B. The test delivers items based on the candidate’s previous
answers.
C. The computer gives feedback after each question.
D. The test randomly selects questions from a fixed set.
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
• A: Incorrect — CAT does not change time limits per
candidate; timing is fixed for the exam session.
• B: Correct — CAT uses prior responses to select items
matching the candidate’s estimated ability.
• C: Incorrect — The system does not provide content
feedback during the exam.
• D: Incorrect — Item selection is not random; it is adaptive
based on performance.
Domain: Management of Care / Safe & Effective Care
Environment
Bloom: Comprehension (Knowledge)
CJMM Cognitive Focus: Recognize
Tag: [Pyramid Point 1 / Priority Concept: Exam Mechanics /
Clinical Judgment Skill 1]
Question 3
Which form must a candidate bring to the testing center as
proof of identity and authorization to test?
A. Candidate Performance Report (CPR)
B. Authorization to Test (ATT) email or printout and
government-issued photo ID
C. Test Plan confirmation letter
D. Nursing school diploma
, Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
• A: Incorrect — The CPR is issued after testing, not used to
authorize entrance.
• B: Correct — The ATT plus valid government photo ID are
required to enter the testing center.
• C: Incorrect — The Test Plan is a content document; it is
not used for identification.
• D: Incorrect — A diploma is not acceptable identification
for test administration.
Domain: Management of Care / Safe & Effective Care
Environment
Bloom: Knowledge
CJMM Cognitive Focus: Recognize
Tag: [Pyramid Point 2 / Priority Concept: Exam Logistics /
Clinical Judgment Skill 1]
Question 4
Which candidate accommodation is appropriate for a nurse
with a documented visual impairment?
A. Unlimited breaks without documentation
B. Extended testing time and screen magnification or large-print
items
C. Replacement of multiple-choice items with essay questions
D. Allowing a family member to read items aloud in the testing
