Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is one of the most common psychiatric conditions encountered in nursing practice and is a critical topic for NCLEX exam preparation. It involves chronic, excessive, and uncontrollable worry about daily activities or events that persists for at least six months. For nurses, recognizing the clinical features and developing an appropriate nursing […]
Preparing for the Pharmacology NCLEX section can be one of the most challenging parts of your nursing exam preparation. Whether you are taking the NCLEX-RN or NCLEX-PN, pharmacology questions demand a strong understanding of drug classifications, side effects, mechanisms of action, and safe medication administration. This guide simplifies what you need to know, provides NCLEX […]
The Management of Care category is one of the most heavily weighted sections on the NCLEX exam 2025, accounting for nearly 20% of total questions. It evaluates how well a nurse can make safe, ethical, and efficient decisions within the healthcare team. These questions often test critical thinking, prioritization, delegation, and leadership skills every nurse […]
Spinal cord injury (SCI) is one of the most complex and high-priority conditions tested on the NCLEX. Because it involves neurological, respiratory, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and even psychosocial systems, students must integrate knowledge from multiple areas of nursing. The NCLEX often uses SCI scenarios to assess a candidate’s ability to prioritize care, prevent complications, and apply […]
The NCLEX (National Council Licensure Examination) is a high-stakes exam every nursing graduate must pass to obtain licensure as a registered nurse (RN) or practical nurse (PN). One of the most common concerns among candidates is when their exam shuts off at 85 questions. Does it mean you passed? Does it mean you failed? Or […]
What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder caused by the loss of dopamine-producing neurons in the substantia nigra region of the brain. Dopamine is essential for smooth, coordinated muscle movements. When dopamine levels decrease, patients develop the characteristic motor symptoms such as tremors, rigidity, and slowed movements. It is important […]
The National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) is the final step for aspiring nurses in New York to obtain licensure and begin practice. Every nurse must pass this standardized exam to prove they meet safe and effective nursing standards. The exam comes in two forms: NCLEX-RN: Required for registered nurses (RNs) who graduate from associate or […]
The NCLEX is a mandatory nursing licensure exam in California. It ensures candidates meet the minimum safety and knowledge standards to practice nursing. Both the NCLEX-RN and NCLEX-PN are used, depending on the license type. The NCLEX-RN is for registered nurses, covering advanced patient care, management, and critical decision-making. The NCLEX-PN is for vocational nurses, […]
The NCLEX (National Council Licensure Examination) is the standardized exam every nursing graduate must pass to become licensed in the United States. For candidates in Florida, this exam is regulated by the Florida Board of Nursing in partnership with the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) and Pearson VUE, the official testing vendor. […]
The NCLEX (National Council Licensure Examination) is the standardized test that every nursing graduate must pass to become a licensed nurse in the United States. In Texas, as in other states, passing the NCLEX is required to obtain a registered nurse (RN) or practical nurse (PN) license. There are two versions of the exam: NCLEX-RN: […]