Dispelling NCLEX myths

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We've all heard the rumors about why students fail NCLEX or that a certain number or type of question is associated with passing or failing. Myths about the most important test in a nurse's career abound. Kaplan, who provides review courses for those preparing for NCLEX, has heard many myths from students in those courses and has provided two blog entries dispelling those myths. In particular, they look at:

  • Some test takers are just destined to get 265 questions
  • The proper accessories are very important
  • Everyone loves "Select All That Apply" questions
  • Not all nursing students are the same
  • It's all in the numbers
  • The test is psychic
  • Test-site administrators control your destiny

NCLEX Myths from Across the Country... Part 1

NCLEX Myths from Across the Country... Part 2

So what are other rumors/myths/"facts" you've heard about NCLEX?

Sorry, old nurse here! What is a SATA?

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Sorry, old nurse here! What is a SATA?

SATA stands for Select All That Apply. These are multiple choice questions and more than one answer is (can be?) correct. All correct answers must be chosen to get credit.

For some reason, many people assume all SATA questions are high level but it is merely a type of question and can be any level.

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