Excelsior College® Examination Official Content Guide
NURx108
EXAM
CODE
595 CATALOG
NUMBER
PRACTICE
EXAMS
Transition to the
Professional Nurse Role
(Associate Level)
PUBLISHED JUNE 2018
Use this version for exams scheduled
after August 28, 2018.
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code, then 518-464-6959. you can check your performance on each question
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Use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or wrong. Feedback is not intended to predict your
Discover Card to pay the exam registration fees. performance on the actual exam; rather, it will help you
improve
Excelsior College Library your knowledge of the subject and identify areas of
weakness that you should address before taking the
Access millions of authoritative resources online exam. We highly recommend that you take the first
through the Excelsior College Library. Created through form of the practice exam before you begin studying—
our partnership with the Sheridan Libraries of The to see how much you already know—and the second
Johns Hopkins University, the library provides access form after you have finished studying.
to journal articles, books, websites, databases,
reference services, and many other resources.
Special library pages relate to the nursing degree
exams and other selected exams. The library is
available to enrolled students only. To access it, visit
www.excelsior.edu/library (login is required).
Excelsior College Bookstore
The Excelsior College Bookstore offers recommended
textbooks, and other resources to help you prepare for
Excelsior College®exams and courses.
bookstore.excelsior.edu
MyExcelsior Community
MyExcelsior Community enables Excelsior
College students and alumni to interact with
their peers online. As members, students can
participate in real-time chat groups, join online
study groups, buy and sell used textbooks, and
share internet resources. Enrolled students have
automatic access from their MyExcelsior page.
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,Studying Independently for This Excelsior College®Examinati
General Description of the Examination
The Excelsior College examination entitled Transition to the Professional Nurse Role measures
knowledge and understanding of material typically taught in a one-semester, three-credit, lower-level
undergraduate course in nursing. The examination assesses the knowledge and competencies
related to the role of the Registered Professional Nurse; with emphasis on assignment, delegation
and supervision responsibilities of the Registered Professional Nurse; recognition of the
Registered Professional Nurse role in collaboration with the various interprofessional healthcare
providers; and forces affecting the role of the Registered Professional Nurse such as nursing
history, nursing organizations, regulatory agencies, ethics, law, technology, health care delivery
systems, and scope of practice are explored.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, you will be expected to demonstrate the ability to:
1. Describe the role of the Registered Professional Nurse as a provider of patient-centered
care. (Patient-Centered Care)
2. Apply the concepts of critical thinking and the nursing process to make a nursing judgment.
(Nursing Judgment)
3. Identify the essential components for safe, effective assignment, delegation, and supervision
for personnel who provide nursing care. (Nursing Judgment)
4. Apply ethical principles, legal influences, regulatory policies, and professional standards of
practice to the role of the Registered Professional Nurse. (Professional Identity)
5. Describe the process of professional socialization from practical nurse/vocational nurse/
allied health personnel to that of Registered Professional Nurse. (Professional Identity)
6. Explain how the Registered Professional Nurse uses evidence-based practice (EBP)
and technology to provide patient-centered care. (Spirit of Inquiry)
595/AB 1
, Student Learning Program Outcomes Computer-Delivered Testing
As you prepare for this examination, think about how You will take the exam by computer, entering your
you can incorporate the student learning outcomes to answers using either the keyboard or the mouse.
the care of patients by using these questions: The system is designed to be as user-friendly as
Patient-Centered Care: How does the nurse vary possible, even for those with little or no computer
patient teaching based on the patients’ values, experience. On-screen instructions are similar to
cultures and personal preferences? those you would see in a paper examination booklet.
Nursing Judgment: What are common problems We strongly encourage you to use the online tutorial
experienced by patients experiencing the specified before taking your exam at Pearson Testing Centers.
health disorder you are studying? How can the RN To access the tutorial, go to www.pearsonvue.com/
make decisions on how to best utilize members of uexcel and click on the Pearson VUE Tutorial link on
the nursing team to provide safe, quality patient care? the right-hand side of the page.
Professional Identity: Are there ethical implications
to consider? How does the RN address the legal and About Test Preparation Services
regulatory requirements associated with the care of Preparation for UExcel®exams and Excelsior College®
patients experiencing the specified health disorder Examinations, though based on independent study, is
you are studying? When does the RN collaborate supported by Excelsior College with a comprehensive
with other members of the health care team? How set of exam learning resources and services
does the nurse evaluate the effectiveness of the designed to help you succeed. These learning
interprofessional plan of patient care? resources are prepared by Excelsior College so you
Spirit of Inquiry: What evidence-based findings, can be assured that they are current and cover the
interpreted research, and technology can be applied to content you are expected to master for the exams.
the plan of care for patients experiencing the specified These resources, and your desire to learn, are usually
health disorder you are studying? all that you will need to succeed.
There are test-preparation companies that will offer to
Examination Length and Scoring help you study for our examinations. Some may imply a
relationship with Excelsior College and/or make claims
The exam consists of approximately 130 multiple- that their products and services are all that you need
choice questions, some of which are unscored, to prepare for our examinations.
pretest questions. The pretest questions are
embedded throughout the exam, and they are Excelsior College is not affiliated with any test
indistinguishable from the scored questions. It preparation firm and does not endorse the products
is to your advantage to do your best on all of the or services of these companies. No test preparation
questions. You will have three (3) hours to complete vendor is authorized to provide admissions
the exam. Your score will be reported as a letter grade. counseling or academic advising services, or to collect
any payments, on behalf of Excelsior College.
Excelsior College does not send authorized
Examination Administration representatives
Pearson Testing Centers serve as the administrator to a student’s home nor does it review the materials
for all Excelsior College computer-delivered exams. provided by test preparation companies for content or
The Disability Services office at Excelsior College is compatibility with Excelsior College examinations.
responsible for considering requests for reasonable To help you become a well-informed consumer, we
accommodations (exceptions for individual students suggest before you make any purchase decision
with documented disabilities). If you are requesting regarding study materials provided by organizations
an accommodation due to a disability, download and other than Excelsior College, that you consider the
complete a Request for Accommodation form that can points outlined on our website at www.excelsior.edu/
be accessed by visiting the Excelsior College testprep.
website at www.excelsior.edu/disability-services.
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NURx108
EXAM
CODE
595 CATALOG
NUMBER
PRACTICE
EXAMS
Transition to the
Professional Nurse Role
(Associate Level)
PUBLISHED JUNE 2018
Use this version for exams scheduled
after August 28, 2018.
www.excelsior.edu/contentguides
,Put It All Together with
Excelsior College Resources and Services
Two Easy Ways to Register Online Practice Exams
Register online (www.excelsior.edu/ When you register for your test, why not purchase
examregistration). Follow the instructions and pay by the corresponding practice exam as well?
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover Card. Official practice exams give you a “sneak preview”
Register by phone—(only if you are unable to register (types of questions you may encounter) on the credit-
online) bearing exam. You take your practice exams using any
computer with a supported Web browser. Each practice
Call toll free 888-647-2388, ext. 166 to register. exam purchased includes two forms that you may take
International callers: Dial your international access within a 180-day period. After each practice exam,
code, then 518-464-6959. you can check your performance on each question
online and find out why your answer was right or
Use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or wrong. Feedback is not intended to predict your
Discover Card to pay the exam registration fees. performance on the actual exam; rather, it will help you
improve
Excelsior College Library your knowledge of the subject and identify areas of
weakness that you should address before taking the
Access millions of authoritative resources online exam. We highly recommend that you take the first
through the Excelsior College Library. Created through form of the practice exam before you begin studying—
our partnership with the Sheridan Libraries of The to see how much you already know—and the second
Johns Hopkins University, the library provides access form after you have finished studying.
to journal articles, books, websites, databases,
reference services, and many other resources.
Special library pages relate to the nursing degree
exams and other selected exams. The library is
available to enrolled students only. To access it, visit
www.excelsior.edu/library (login is required).
Excelsior College Bookstore
The Excelsior College Bookstore offers recommended
textbooks, and other resources to help you prepare for
Excelsior College®exams and courses.
bookstore.excelsior.edu
MyExcelsior Community
MyExcelsior Community enables Excelsior
College students and alumni to interact with
their peers online. As members, students can
participate in real-time chat groups, join online
study groups, buy and sell used textbooks, and
share internet resources. Enrolled students have
automatic access from their MyExcelsior page.
ii Copyright © 2018 Excelsior College. All rights reserved. “Excelsior College” is a registered servicemark of Excelsior College. All rights reserved.
,Studying Independently for This Excelsior College®Examinati
General Description of the Examination
The Excelsior College examination entitled Transition to the Professional Nurse Role measures
knowledge and understanding of material typically taught in a one-semester, three-credit, lower-level
undergraduate course in nursing. The examination assesses the knowledge and competencies
related to the role of the Registered Professional Nurse; with emphasis on assignment, delegation
and supervision responsibilities of the Registered Professional Nurse; recognition of the
Registered Professional Nurse role in collaboration with the various interprofessional healthcare
providers; and forces affecting the role of the Registered Professional Nurse such as nursing
history, nursing organizations, regulatory agencies, ethics, law, technology, health care delivery
systems, and scope of practice are explored.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, you will be expected to demonstrate the ability to:
1. Describe the role of the Registered Professional Nurse as a provider of patient-centered
care. (Patient-Centered Care)
2. Apply the concepts of critical thinking and the nursing process to make a nursing judgment.
(Nursing Judgment)
3. Identify the essential components for safe, effective assignment, delegation, and supervision
for personnel who provide nursing care. (Nursing Judgment)
4. Apply ethical principles, legal influences, regulatory policies, and professional standards of
practice to the role of the Registered Professional Nurse. (Professional Identity)
5. Describe the process of professional socialization from practical nurse/vocational nurse/
allied health personnel to that of Registered Professional Nurse. (Professional Identity)
6. Explain how the Registered Professional Nurse uses evidence-based practice (EBP)
and technology to provide patient-centered care. (Spirit of Inquiry)
595/AB 1
, Student Learning Program Outcomes Computer-Delivered Testing
As you prepare for this examination, think about how You will take the exam by computer, entering your
you can incorporate the student learning outcomes to answers using either the keyboard or the mouse.
the care of patients by using these questions: The system is designed to be as user-friendly as
Patient-Centered Care: How does the nurse vary possible, even for those with little or no computer
patient teaching based on the patients’ values, experience. On-screen instructions are similar to
cultures and personal preferences? those you would see in a paper examination booklet.
Nursing Judgment: What are common problems We strongly encourage you to use the online tutorial
experienced by patients experiencing the specified before taking your exam at Pearson Testing Centers.
health disorder you are studying? How can the RN To access the tutorial, go to www.pearsonvue.com/
make decisions on how to best utilize members of uexcel and click on the Pearson VUE Tutorial link on
the nursing team to provide safe, quality patient care? the right-hand side of the page.
Professional Identity: Are there ethical implications
to consider? How does the RN address the legal and About Test Preparation Services
regulatory requirements associated with the care of Preparation for UExcel®exams and Excelsior College®
patients experiencing the specified health disorder Examinations, though based on independent study, is
you are studying? When does the RN collaborate supported by Excelsior College with a comprehensive
with other members of the health care team? How set of exam learning resources and services
does the nurse evaluate the effectiveness of the designed to help you succeed. These learning
interprofessional plan of patient care? resources are prepared by Excelsior College so you
Spirit of Inquiry: What evidence-based findings, can be assured that they are current and cover the
interpreted research, and technology can be applied to content you are expected to master for the exams.
the plan of care for patients experiencing the specified These resources, and your desire to learn, are usually
health disorder you are studying? all that you will need to succeed.
There are test-preparation companies that will offer to
Examination Length and Scoring help you study for our examinations. Some may imply a
relationship with Excelsior College and/or make claims
The exam consists of approximately 130 multiple- that their products and services are all that you need
choice questions, some of which are unscored, to prepare for our examinations.
pretest questions. The pretest questions are
embedded throughout the exam, and they are Excelsior College is not affiliated with any test
indistinguishable from the scored questions. It preparation firm and does not endorse the products
is to your advantage to do your best on all of the or services of these companies. No test preparation
questions. You will have three (3) hours to complete vendor is authorized to provide admissions
the exam. Your score will be reported as a letter grade. counseling or academic advising services, or to collect
any payments, on behalf of Excelsior College.
Excelsior College does not send authorized
Examination Administration representatives
Pearson Testing Centers serve as the administrator to a student’s home nor does it review the materials
for all Excelsior College computer-delivered exams. provided by test preparation companies for content or
The Disability Services office at Excelsior College is compatibility with Excelsior College examinations.
responsible for considering requests for reasonable To help you become a well-informed consumer, we
accommodations (exceptions for individual students suggest before you make any purchase decision
with documented disabilities). If you are requesting regarding study materials provided by organizations
an accommodation due to a disability, download and other than Excelsior College, that you consider the
complete a Request for Accommodation form that can points outlined on our website at www.excelsior.edu/
be accessed by visiting the Excelsior College testprep.
website at www.excelsior.edu/disability-services.
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