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National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN)

This examination is taken by graduates of accredited nursing programs seeking to become licensed. Passing the NCLEX-RN is a mandatory requirement for licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in all US states and territories.

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Pass mark 28/40 45 minutes Real test fee approx $200 National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. (NCSBN) How many can I get wrong?
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Q1. A registered nurse (RN) is planning care for four clients. Which of the following tasks can the RN delegate to an Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP)?
  • A.  Performing a simple dressing change on a client with a healing wound.
  • B.  Administering a scheduled oral antibiotic to a stable client.
  • C.  Assisting a client who is 2 days post-stroke with their morning hygiene.
  • D.  Evaluating the effectiveness of a pain medication administered 30 minutes prior.
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✓ Answer: C. Assisting a client who is 2 days post-stroke with their morning hygiene.
Delegation to a UAP is appropriate for tasks that do not require nursing judgment, assessment, or evaluation. Assisting with hygiene on a stable client falls within the UAP's scope of practice.
Q2. A nurse is preparing to enter the room of a client who has been placed on airborne precautions for suspected pulmonary tuberculosis. Which piece of personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential for the nurse to wear?
  • A.  Surgical mask
  • B.  Fit-tested N95 respirator
  • C.  Face shield with goggles
  • D.  Protective gown
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✓ Answer: B. Fit-tested N95 respirator
Airborne precautions require a fit-tested N95 respirator to protect against inhalation of small aerosolized particles, unlike a surgical mask which is insufficient.
Q3. A nurse is providing discharge instructions to the parents of a newborn. Which statement by a parent indicates a need for further teaching regarding car seat safety?
  • A.  "We will place the car seat in the back seat, facing the rear of the car."
  • B.  "The harness chest clip should be positioned at the level of the baby's armpits."
  • C.  "We bought a fluffy, padded insert to make the car seat more comfortable."
  • D.  "We will put a blanket over the baby after they are securely buckled in."
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✓ Answer: C. "We bought a fluffy, padded insert to make the car seat more comfortable."
Aftermarket products like inserts are not safety-tested with the seat and can cause slack in the harness, increasing injury risk in a crash.
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Management of Care · 30
Safety and Infection Control · 29
Health Promotion and Maintenance · 29
Psychosocial Integrity · 30
Basic Care and Comfort · 29
Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies · 17
Reduction of Risk Potential · 19
Physiological Adaptation · 20

The real National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN): format

How long is the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN)?

The real National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) lasts 300 minutes. Our mock uses 40 questions in 45 minutes.

What is the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) pass mark?

Real exam pass mark: Not a percentage; computer-adaptive test assesses ability against a passing standard of 0.00 logits for NCLEX-RN. Our mock marks you at 28 out of 40, the threshold we mark against.

What it costs, and what a resit costs

How much does the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) cost?

Rebooking after a fail: At least 45 days between attempts.

How hard is it

What is the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) pass rate?

Real exam first-time pass rate: Approximately 51.6% for first-time internationally educated candidates (early 2026 data). Difficulty: Formidable and challenging, assesses critical thinking and clinical judgment; difficulty adapts to test-taker's performance.

Why people fail it

Why do people fail the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN)?

Figures for the real exam from google.com, vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com, checked October 2026. Fees and rules change, so confirm with the test provider before you book.
National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN): common questions
Frequently asked
How many questions are in the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN)?
The exam has 40 questions. Every Revision Robin mock uses the same 40-question format so your practice matches the real thing.
Are these the real exam questions?
No. Our questions are original and written to match the current syllabus, so they give realistic practice without copying the official paper. Every answer comes with a plain-English explanation. Always confirm current rules and content with National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. (NCSBN).