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Test plans, study strategy and sample questions for the NCLEX-RN and NCLEX-PN.

By Alex G, BSN, RN, CEN, CCRN, CMC, NREMT-P · RSS feed

• Test plan

  NCLEX-PN Test Plan 2026: Client Needs Breakdown

  The NCLEX-PN test plan for 2026: the eight Client Needs ranges, how the PN exam differs from the RN exam, the adaptive format and how to study by weight.

  November 3, 2026

• Study strategy

  How to Answer NCLEX Prioritization Questions

  How to answer NCLEX prioritization questions with ABCs, Maslow, acute vs chronic, unstable vs expected and safety, plus two sample questions worked through.

  October 30, 2026

• Test plan

  NCLEX-RN Test Plan 2026: Client Needs Percentages Explained

  The NCLEX-RN test plan for 2026: all eight Client Needs ranges, the adaptive format, the clinical judgment model, what changed and how to study by weight.

  October 28, 2026