One practical/vocational nursing student tells another student, "I'm computer phobic! I never understand what keys I'm supposed to use to get the thing to work." The reply that shows the best understanding about NCLEX-PN examination testing is
a. "No problem! The question comes up on the screen, and you speak the letter of the correct answer aloud to the voice-activated computer."
b. "You answer practice questions before the examination begins to get you used to using the computer."
c. "You'll be able to ask the test proctor for help if you get mixed up."
d. "If you can't get the hang of the computer, they'll let you use paper and pencil."
ANS: B
Answering the practice questions provides orientation to the tester. Voice-activated computers are not used. Asking the test proctor for help if you get mixed up and using paper and pencil are not permitted.
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