Complete Solutions
rat 35
The Nurse Practice Act of each state determines the scope of
practice of RNs and LPN/LVNs in that state. The U.S.
Constitution and the Bill of Rights are incorrect answers,
because matters dealing with the health and welfare of its
citizens are states' rights. Professional organizations may issue
position papers, but these do not have the force of law.
the NCLEX-PN examination is used by the board of nursing of
each locale.
LPN/LVN licensure by endorsement in the United States and its
territories is possible because
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When the same examination is used, the boards of nursing can
be assured that those who pass have the knowledge to practice
practical/vocational nursing at a minimally safe and effective
level.
Physiologic integrity
Which category of patient need is most heavily tested on the
NCLEX-PN examination?
"Psychosocial integrity is the basis for 9% to 15% of the
questions."
, The vn student tells a colleague, “I know I’m going to fail the
NCLEX-PN examination. I’ve heard that a huge amount of the
examination is psychology related, and I hated psychology!”
Which reply demonstrates the best understanding of the
NCLEX-PN examination?
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Psychosocial integrity is the basis for 9% to 15% of the
questions of the NCLEX-PN examination test plan. The other
options do not show understanding of the current test plan.
1. One can skip questions and return to them in a program exam.
2. The NCLEX-PN examination is individualized; program
examinations are identical for all testers.
Which phrases identify differences between taking the NCLEX-
PN examination and a "regular" test in a nursing program? sata
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Most program examinations allow the tester to skip a question
and return to it at a later time. The NCLEX-PN examination, as
a computerized adaptive examination, individualizes testing,
whereas program examinations are identical for all students
taking a specific test. There is no penalty for guessing on the
NCLEX-PN. Alternate formats can be used in program
examinations and the NCLEX-PN examination. One should read
all possible answers for both program examinations and the
NCLEX examination. Early selection may lead to missing an
answer that is better.
completion of a VN program.