Next Preparation and Resources 4

Question 1

Which organization is the sole authority for setting the passing standard for the NGN exam?

Accepted Answer

The National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)

Answer

The American Nurses Association (ANA)

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Individual state boards of nursing

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Pearson VUE testing centers

Question 2

When should a NGN candidate create a dedicated content review plan versus relying solely on practice questions?

Accepted Answer

When content gaps are identified through diagnostic assessments early in preparation

Answer

Never — practice questions alone are sufficient for all candidates

Answer

Only during the final two weeks before the exam

Answer

Only if the candidate has never worked as a nursing assistant

Question 3

What is the maximum number of items a candidate can see on the NGN as of the 2023 Next Generation format?

Accepted Answer

145 items

Answer

75 items

Answer

130 items

Answer

265 items

Question 4

How does interleaved practice benefit NGN preparation compared to blocked practice?

Accepted Answer

Interleaved practice mixes content areas, improving ability to discriminate and apply knowledge flexibly

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Interleaved practice focuses on one content area per session for deep mastery

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Interleaved practice is only useful for pharmacology review

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Interleaved practice reduces total study time needed

Question 5

A candidate with test anxiety is preparing for the NGN. Which evidence-based technique is most recommended for managing anxiety on exam day?

Accepted Answer

Diaphragmatic breathing and brief mindfulness before beginning the exam

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Avoiding all stimulants including water to prevent bathroom breaks

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Reviewing all personal notes during the check-in waiting period

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Scheduling the exam at the first available time regardless of readiness

Question 6

Which of the following prep resources is produced directly by NCSBN for NGN candidates?

Accepted Answer

NCSBN Learning Extension (NextGen NCLEX Review)

Answer

Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-RN

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Hesi Exit Exam Preparation Course

Answer

ATI Comprehensive Predictor Exam

Question 7

What does a 'standalone' NGN item differ from a 'case study' NGN item?

Accepted Answer

Standalone items present a single clinical scenario with one question; case study items present an evolving scenario with six related questions

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Standalone items are always multiple-choice; case study items are always drag-and-drop

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Standalone items are unscored pretest items; case study items are fully scored

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Standalone items test knowledge recall; case study items test only psychomotor skills