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REx-PN Rules | REXPN

REx-PN candidates are required to review the Candidate Rules prior to taking the exam. On exam day, candidates must agree to the exam's terms and conditions. Examples of aids that are prohibited are electronic devices (e.g. cell/mobile/smart phones, tablets, smart watches, etc.), handheld calculators, conversion tables, dictionaries, etc. Attempting to take the examination for someone else. Failing to follow testing regulations or the instructions of the test administrator. Creating a disturbance of any kind. Tampering with the operation of the computer or attempting to use it for any function other than taking the examination. Candidate Statement By providing a digital signature, I give Pearson my explicit consent to retain and transmit my personal data and test responses to Pearson, my nursing regulatory body, and to NCSBN (any of which may be outside of the country in which I am testing).

Testing Locations | REXPN

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The REx-PN is offered at domestic and international test centers. Appointments can be scheduled online or over the phone. Locate a Test Center 2025 Canadian Temporary Testing Locations & Schedules 2026 Canadian Temporary Testing Locations & Schedules 2025 Français 2026 Français Test Center Definitions Test Center Type Candidates Taking the REx-PN Test Center Type Domestic Candidates Taking the REx-PN Canadian Provinces/Territories and the mainland United States Test Center Type International Candidates Taking the REx-PN Test centers outside of the Canadian Provinces/Territories and the mainland United States * International locations where the REx-PN is offered include Australia, Brazil, France, Hong Kong, India, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Malaysia, Mexico, Philippines, Puerto Rico, South Africa, Spain, Taiwan, Türkiye and United Kingdom.

Acceptable ID | REXPN

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IDs presented for the REx-PN must be valid, government-issued, and include a first and last name in roman characters, a recent photo and a signature. Sanctioned (Embargoed) Country ID Due to U.S. trade restrictions, candidates living in a sanctioned country aren’t allowed to take the REx-PN. This is a federal requirement by The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the U.S. Department of Treasury. Candidates using a passport from a sanctioned country as identification must also present proof of residency (government issued identification) from a non-sanctioned country to take the REx-PN.

Exam Day | REXPN

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Be prepared for your REx-PN exam by reviewing the candidate rules, ID requirements and taking virtual tours of the test center. Take time to analyze each question carefully—once a response is submitted candidates cannot return to that question. FINISHING UP: The test will end with a short survey. Afterwards, candidates should raise their hand and wait for the test administrator to dismiss them. Acceptable ID Identification presented to take the REx-PN must meet certain requirements.

Stay Informed | REXPN

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The REx-PN offers a variety of resources that provide nurses, nurse employers and regulators the latest information about the REx-PN. Stay Informed | REXPN Skip to Main Content About Open Dropdown Passing Standard Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT) Prepare Open Dropdown Test Plan Register Open Dropdown Registration Fees & Payment Testing Locations Scheduling Exam Day Open Dropdown REx-PN Rules Acceptable ID Results Open Dropdown Candidate Performance Report FAQs Contact Search Search Search Search Search About Open Dropdown Passing Standard Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT) Prepare Open Dropdown Test Plan Register Open Drop ...

Test Plan | REXPN

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The REx-PN test plans guide candidates preparing for the exam, inform the direction for item development and facilitate classification of exam items. The REx-PN test plan includes an in-depth overview of the content categories, details about the administration of the exam and REx-PN style item writing exercises. The test plan is updated every five years to reflect fair, comprehensive, current and entry-level nursing competency measurement. REx-PN Test Plan Effective January 4, 2022 (Revised) Download Test Plan Français REx-PN Test Plan Table of Contents A definition of each Client Needs Category Nursing activity statements Detailed c ...

Candidate Performance Report | REXPN

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The REx-PN Candidate Performance Report (CPR) is an individualized, two-page document sent to candidates if they fail the exam. This will tell candidates how many questions were answered and how many are required to be evaluated. No further diagnostic information is provided. Download Sample CPR Français What can the CPR tell a candidate about their exam? The CPR is only intended to provide indications of the candidate’s strengths and weaknesses. The REx-PN is not graded in sections. The overall performance on the exam determines the pass/fail status. The front side of the CPR provides: A brief explanation of how Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT) works How many items the candidate answered Suggestions on how to use the information on the second side of the page The number of questions a candidate answered is an indication of how close the candidate was to the passing standard.

Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT) | REXPN

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The REx-PN uses CAT technology; learn how CAT works and the rules that determine if a candidate passes or fails the exam. With each item answered, the computer's estimate of their ability becomes more precise. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Watch on YouTube | Watch on Vimeo | Français Why CAT? Reduces the number of "easy" items that high-ability candidates receive; "easy" items tell little about a high performing candidate's ability, Reduces the number of "difficult" items low-ability candidates receive; candidates tend to guess on items that are too difficult which can skew results, Reduces item exposure and subsequent security risks, Improves precision of measurement of the REx-PN candidate's ability related to nursing and Provides a valid and reliable measurement of nursing competence.

Test Plan | REXPN

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The REx-PN test plans guide candidates preparing for the exam, inform the direction for item development and facilitate classification of exam items. The REx-PN test plan includes an in-depth overview of the content categories, details about the administration of the exam and REx-PN style item writing exercises. The test plan is updated every five years to reflect fair, comprehensive, current and entry-level nursing competency measurement. REx-PN Test Plan Effective January 4, 2022 (Revised) Download Test Plan Français REx-PN Test Plan Table of Contents A definition of each Client Needs Category Nursing activity statements Detailed c ...

Candidate Performance Results (CPR)

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Fewer items were required for a precise pass-fail decision to be made for those candidates whose performance was much lower than the passing standard. Pass-fail decisions are based upon the candidate's performance across the entire examination. To pass the REx-PN examination, a candidate must perform ABOVE the passing standard.

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