Author Question: There are several predictors of performance on the NCLEX-RN examination. Some of these predictors ... (Read 45 times)

mia · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

There are several predictors of performance on the NCLEX-RN examination. Some of these predictors include which of the following? Select all that apply.

a. GPA in science c. ACT score
b. confidence in one's abilities d. absence of emotional distress

Question 2

When presented with a difficult test question, one strategy that can be used is

a. PSDA c. FOCUS
b. ARKO d. CAT

pocatato · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, C, D
A number of predictors of performance on the NCLEX-RN exam have been identified. Some of these factors include ACT score, absence of emotional distress, verbal SAT score, high school rank and grade point average, undergraduate nursing program GPA, GPA in science and nursing theory courses, competency in American English language, reasonable family responsibilities or demands, and critical thinking competency.

Answer to Question 2

B
When you are presented with a difficult test question, you can use the ARKO strategy to help answer the question: A the test question asking you to take Action or no Action; R Reword the question; K identify any Key words in the question stem; O review and eliminate Options. PSDA and FOCUS are types of quality improvement methodology, and CAT is computer adaptive technology which is the type of NCLEX examination.