NCLEX

Test Plans

You are encouraged to review the NCLEX test plans before your exam appointment. The test plans serve as blueprints to outline the content to be tested and guide the item writing process.

An In-Depth Look at Exam Content, Administration, Item Writing & Clinical Judgment

What is the Test Plan?

Candidates are encouraged to review the NCLEX test plans before their exam appointment. The test plans contain in-depth information regarding exam content, exam administration, item writing tips, and the inclusion of clinical judgment. The test plans guide candidates preparing for the exam, inform the direction for item development, and facilitate the classification of exam items. The test plans are updated every three years to reflect fair, comprehensive, current, entry-level nursing competency measurement.

Purpose of the Test Plans

  1. Guide candidates preparing for the exam
  2. Inform the direction for item development
  3. Facilitate classification of exam items

The Test Plan also includes

  1. Definition of each Client Needs Category
  2. Nursing activity statements
  3. Detailed content examples
  4. Sample NCLEX items
  5. Item writing guide

Get familiarized with the NCLEX RN TEST Plan

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The NCLEX-RN test plan provides a concise summary of the content and scope of the exam. It serves as a guide for both exam development and candidate preparation

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