RN vs. PN exam

Nursing Students NCLEX

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I recently passed the NCLEX-RN exam for a different state, but I'm going to apply for the California BVNPT so I can take the NCLEX-PN exam.

Question.

I heard that the NCLEX-PN is basically an easier version of the NCLEX-RN, is that a good assumption?

If I managed to pass the NCLEX-RN, should I still study specific material for the NCLEX-PN?

Am I safe to say that I'll pass the NCLEX-PN, because I passed the NCLEX-RN?

As someone who has taken both the NCLEX-PN (after practical nursing program) and the NCLEX-RN (after BSN program); I will tell you that the PN is NOT easier; it is a different scope of practice than the NCLEX-RN.

I completely agree. I don't know where these rumors that LVNs are so much dumber that RN students can just waltz in an pass the test because its so easy but it literally makes me see red.

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