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Chest tube questions are a favorite on the NCLEX because they test both your clinical judgment and your ability to respond to emergencies. Whether the patient has a pneumothorax, hemothorax, or pleural effusion, chest tube care is critical—and so is your understanding of what’s normal, what’s not, and when to act fast. In this post, we’ll break it all down so you can walk into your exam with confidence. What Is a Chest Tube and Why Is It Used? A chest tube is a flexible plastic tube inserted through the chest wall and into the pleural space to: It connects …

Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) interpretation is one of the most intimidating—but essential—topics tested on the NCLEX. Whether you love or dread lab values, ABG questions test your ability to assess a patient’s oxygenation, acid-base balance, and ventilation status. This guide breaks down ABGs into simple, clear steps you can follow—every time. What Is an ABG? An ABG test measures: These values tell you whether a patient is acidotic or alkalotic and whether the root cause is respiratory or metabolic. Normal ABG Values You MUST Know Component Normal Range pH 7.35 – 7.45 PaCO₂ 35 – 45 mm Hg HCO₃ 22 …

You’ve completed the NCLEX—congratulations! But now comes the waiting game. You might be anxious to know your results and wondering what your performance really means for your nursing career. In this post, we’ll walk you through how to check your NCLEX results, how long it typically takes, and how to interpret the outcomes correctly. Step 1: Understand the NCLEX Scoring System Unlike traditional exams, the NCLEX is a computer adaptive test (CAT). That means: The NCLEX uses a pass/fail scoring algorithm based on your ability to demonstrate minimum competency for safe and effective nursing practice. Step 2: The Wait – …

The NCLEX exam is designed to challenge your critical thinking—not to trick you. But let’s be honest: some questions can feel misleading, confusing, or downright sneaky. These are often what students call “trick questions.” So how do you spot them? More importantly, how do you avoid falling into their traps? In this post, we’ll teach you how to recognize and outsmart tricky NCLEX questions—so you can answer with clarity and confidence. Are There Really Trick Questions on the NCLEX? Technically, no. The NCLEX is not intended to deceive you. Every question is designed to assess your ability to apply nursing …