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The current version of the NCLEX, launched in April 2023. It adds case studies and new item types that measure clinical judgment, and some items give partial credit.
NCLEX Exam Format (Next Generation NCLEX)
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Length | 85 minimum, 150 maximum questions |
| Time | 5 hours, including the tutorial and optional breaks |
| Question types | Multiple choice, select-all-that-apply, matrix, drag-and-drop, highlight, bow-tie and more |
| Case studies | Unfolding NGN case studies that test clinical judgment |
| Scoring | Some NGN items give partial credit |
USA NCLEX Exam: Quick Facts
- Developed by
- NCSBN (licenses issued by state boards of nursing)
- Versions
- NCLEX-RN and NCLEX-PN
- Questions
- 85–150 (computer adaptive)
- Time limit
- 5 hours, including breaks
- Case studies
- Next Generation NCLEX clinical judgment items
- Test centers
- Pearson VUE
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