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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) NCLEX-PN Practice Test — Take this free LPN practice test to see how you'd handle real NCLEX-PN style content. These practical nursing practice questions cover fundamentals, pharmacology, care planning, documentation, and delegation, and every one comes with a clear rationale. Think of them as LPN nursing questions that teach you the why, not just the answer.

85-135

Total Questions

5 hours

Time Limit

Pass/Fail

Passing Score

$200

Registration Fee

Free Sample Questions

Here are 5 free sample questions from our full bank of 640+ LPN Practice Testpractice questions. Try them out below — click "Show Answer" to reveal the correct response and explanation.

An LPN is caring for a client with a confirmed Clostridioides difficile infection. Which action is the MOST effective way to prevent spreading the infection to other clients?

AWash hands with soap and water after contact with the client

BUse an alcohol-based hand rub after contact with the client

CWear a surgical mask when entering the room

DPlace the client in a negative pressure room

A client is prescribed warfarin for atrial fibrillation. Which laboratory value should the LPN expect the provider to use to monitor the effectiveness of this medication?

AActivated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT)

BPlatelet count

CHemoglobin and hematocrit

DInternational normalized ratio (INR)

A client is on postoperative day 1 after abdominal surgery and has been reluctant to move because of pain. Which of the following is a correctly written, measurable goal for the plan of care?

AThe client will feel better by tomorrow

BThe client will walk 50 feet with assistance by the end of the shift

CThe nurse will encourage the client to ambulate

DThe client will understand the importance of walking

Which of the following is the BEST example of an objective, accurate documentation entry by an LPN?

AClient seems to be in a lot of pain and is being difficult about meds

BPain medication given. Client doing better

C0900: Client states 'my back pain is 7/10.' Repositioned, acetaminophen 650 mg PO given. 1000: Client reports pain 3/10

DClient has been a poor sleeper and probably needs a sleeping pill

The LPN is working with a registered nurse (RN) and a nursing assistant on a medical-surgical unit. Which task is MOST appropriate for the LPN to delegate to the nursing assistant?

AAssess pain level in a client who just returned from surgery

BTeach a newly diagnosed diabetic client about insulin injections

CEvaluate a client's response to a newly started antihypertensive

DMeasure and record vital signs for a stable client

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About the LPN Practice Test

Format & Structure

Total Questions: 85-135
Time Limit: 5 hours
Format: Computer adaptive (multiple choice and alternate format)

Scoring & Cost

Passing Score: Pass/Fail
Registration Fee: $200

Frequently Asked Questions

What is on an LPN practice test?

A good LPN practice test mirrors the NCLEX-PN, which covers safe and effective care environment, health promotion and maintenance, psychosocial integrity, and physiological integrity. You'll see practical nursing practice questions on fundamentals, pharmacology, care planning, documentation, and delegation. Rationales matter as much as the answers.

How many questions are on the NCLEX-PN?

The NCLEX-PN is a computer adaptive test with 85 to 135 questions. Of those, 15 are unscored pretest items. The exam ends when the computer is confident about your ability level or when you hit the maximum number of questions or the time limit.

How long do you have to finish the NCLEX-PN?

You get a maximum of 5 hours, which includes the tutorial, a short optional break, and the exam itself. Many candidates finish well before that. If you reach the minimum number of questions with a clear pass or fail decision, the exam stops early.

What score do I need to pass the NCLEX-PN?

The NCLEX-PN is pass/fail, so there's no percentage score to hit. The computer estimates whether your ability is above the passing standard set by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing. Because it's adaptive, getting harder questions generally isn't a bad sign.

How much does the NCLEX-PN cost?

The Pearson VUE registration fee is $200. Your state board of nursing also charges its own licensure application fee, which varies by state. Budget for both before you register.

What kinds of questions does the NCLEX-PN use?

Expect standard multiple choice plus alternate formats like select-all-that-apply, ordered response, fill-in-the-blank calculations, hot spots, and exhibit questions. The Next Generation NCLEX also uses case studies that test clinical judgment. Practicing with varied formats helps you feel less surprised on exam day.

How should I study for the NCLEX-PN?

Do practice questions daily and read every rationale, even for the ones you got right. Track your weak areas, especially pharmacology, prioritization, and delegation, then review those topics. Most students plan for 4 to 8 weeks of steady review after finishing their program.

How soon can I retake the NCLEX-PN if I fail?

You can retake the exam after a waiting period of at least 45 days, though your state board may set a longer wait or limit the number of attempts per year. You'll pay the $200 fee again. Use that time to focus on the content areas listed in your candidate performance report.

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