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1About the Authors Jill N. Pence, EdD, RN, CNE, CHSE, is an assistant professor, Ida V. Moffett School of Nursing, Samford University College of Health Sciences, Birmingham, Alabama. Felecia G. Wood, PhD, RN, CNL, is a professor, Capstone College of Nursing, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa. Dr. Pence is grateful to her dissertation committee members Drs. Angela Benson, Andre Denham, Marilyn Handley, Julia Phelan, and Felecia Wood for their input and guidance throughout the dissertation process For more information, contact Dr. Pence at jnpence@samford.edu.
Computer-adaptive quizzing (CAQ) significantly improved first-time National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) success rates. Graduates using CAQ software had a much lower failure rate on the NCLEX licensure exam.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Health Professions Licensure
Background:
- The National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) is a critical benchmark for nursing graduates.
- Assessing effective preparation strategies for the NCLEX is essential for academic programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the correlation between the utilization of computer-adaptive quizzing (CAQ) software and success on the first attempt of the NCLEX.
- To determine if CAQ use impacts NCLEX pass rates among baccalaureate nursing graduates.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective, descriptive, correlational study design was employed.
- Data from 194 baccalaureate graduates were analyzed, comparing NCLEX outcomes based on CAQ program access.
- Chi-square analysis was used to assess the statistical significance of the association.
Main Results:
- A statistically significant association was found between CAQ usage and first-time NCLEX success (p < .001).
- Graduates with access to the CAQ program had a significantly lower failure rate (1%) compared to those without access (16%).
Conclusions:
- Computer-adaptive quizzing (CAQ) is an effective tool for formative preparation for the NCLEX.
- Integrating CAQ into nursing curricula may enhance student readiness and improve licensure examination outcomes.
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