Update: The NCSBN will make modifications to both the NCLEX-RN® and NCLEX-PN® parameters as of October 1, 2020:
- The exam has a shortened time limit of five hours.
- The minimum number of true test items is 60.
- The maximum number of true test items is 130.
- 15 pretest items will be reintroduced so minimum length exam is 75 items and max is 145 items with these questions included.
- The difficulty level and passing standard is unchanged.
- The current Run Out of Time (root) scoring rule is no longer applicable. The final ability estimate is computed from the response to all completed items. Those scoring above the passing standard will have a passing exam, otherwise the exam will be scored as a fail.
- For NCLEX-RN®, the voluntary NGN Special Research Section will be reintroduced.
Lippincott® PassPoint can mimic these test parameters to help students practice for this modified exam.
Study smarter, build your confidence, and pass the first time
Students have a 93.7% NCLEX-RN pass rate with Lippincott® PassPoint, which allows them to study smarter with personalized adaptive practice, and simulated exams.
- Unlimited practice exams work just like the NCLEX to increase your confidence
- Detailed rationales for the correct and incorrect answers
- Adaptive quizzes boost your understanding and commit the content to NCLEX long-term memory
- Performance reports help you know where you stand and inform your study time
We also offer you the chance to sign up to receive a NCLEX Question of the Day—a free sample NCLEX question delivered straight to your inbox daily.
Preparing for the NCLEX using PassPoint
Be sure to check out this on-demand webinar to learn more about using PassPoint to study for the exam, temporary testing parameters that are in place due to Covid-19, how the NCLEX works, and study strategies intended for nursing students.
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Lippincott Q&A Review for NCLEX-RN, 13th Edition
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Lippincott Fast Facts for NCLEX-RN, 2nd Edition
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