Free NCLEX-RN Exam Practice Test
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About this practice exam
Free NCLEX-RN Exam practice test with 75 realistic multiple-choice questions, instant grading, and explanations. Administered by NCLEX. Typical passing score is about 70%. Study with drill mode, category score reports, and a personalized review plan.
Exam format
- 75 multiple-choice practice questions
- Based on the NCLEX exam format
- Typical passing score: 70%
- Drill mode with instant feedback and explanations after each answer
- Category score reports every 20 questions
What's on the exam
This practice test mirrors the weighted categories on the real NCLEX-RN exam:
| Category | Weight |
|---|---|
| Management of Care | 20% |
| Pharmacological Therapies | 14% |
| Physiological Adaptation | 14% |
| Safety and Infection Control | 12% |
| Reduction of Risk Potential | 12% |
| Basic Care and Comfort | 10% |
| Psychosocial Integrity | 9% |
| Health Promotion and Maintenance | 9% |
Study tips
- Review the official exam content outline before your first practice run.
- Take the full practice exam once to establish a baseline score by category.
- Focus review on categories where you score below the passing threshold.
- Re-take missed questions in drill mode until you can explain each correct answer.
- Schedule the real exam only after consistent passing scores on practice tests.
Sample NCLEX-RN practice questions
Try a few representative questions below. Each includes the correct answer and a short explanation — the same style you'll see in the full practice test.
- Question 1Pharmacological Therapies
A nurse is preparing to administer digoxin to a patient with heart failure. Which finding should the nurse report before giving the dose?
- A.Blood pressure 118/76 mmHg
- B.Apical heart rate 52 beats per minute(Correct)
- C.Respiratory rate 18 breaths per minute
- D.Oral temperature 98.6°F (37°C)
Explanation
Hold digoxin and notify the provider for bradycardia (commonly below 60 bpm in adults). Digoxin slows AV conduction; administering it with an already low rate increases toxicity and hemodynamic risk.
- Question 2Safety and Infection Control
After entering a contact-isolation room, in which order should the nurse remove personal protective equipment at the doorway?
- A.Gloves, gown, perform hand hygiene, then leave the room(Correct)
- B.Gown, goggles, gloves, then leave without hand hygiene
- C.Gloves, goggles, gown, then perform hand hygiene outside only
- D.Mask, gloves, gown, then perform hand hygiene inside the room
Explanation
Remove gloves first (most contaminated), then gown, perform hand hygiene, and exit. Sequence minimizes contamination of hands, clothing, and the environment.
- Question 3Physiological Adaptation
A patient with type 1 diabetes has a blood glucose of 42 mg/dL and is awake but confused. What is the nurse's priority action?
- A.Administer 15 g of a fast-acting carbohydrate and recheck glucose in 15 minutes(Correct)
- B.Start an IV infusion of normal saline at 125 mL/hr
- C.Place the patient in high-Fowler's position and encourage deep breathing
- D.Document findings and reassess in one hour
Explanation
For hypoglycemia in a conscious patient who can swallow, the priority is the "rule of 15": give 15 g fast carbs, recheck in 15 minutes, repeat if still low. Delay worsens neuroglycopenic symptoms.
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Frequently asked questions
How many questions are on this NCLEX-RN practice test?
This practice test includes 75 multiple-choice questions designed to mirror the format and difficulty of the real NCLEX-RN Exam.
Is this NCLEX-RN practice test free?
Yes. You can start practicing for free. Create an account to save progress, track weak categories, and retake the exam.
Do I get explanations after each question?
Yes. In drill mode you see why the correct answer is right, why distractors are wrong, and practical examples where relevant.
How should I use this practice test to prepare?
Take the full exam under timed conditions, review missed questions by category, then focus study on your weakest sections before scheduling the real exam.
Does this replace official NCLEX materials?
No. Use this as a supplement alongside official candidate information bulletins, textbooks, and hands-on experience required for your license or certification.
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