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Table 1-2

Examination Weight Given to Each Category of Health Needs of Clients Based on Current Practice Analysis Study*

Client Needs/SubneedsPercentage of Items From Each Category/Subcategory
Safe and Effective Care Environment
  • Management of Care
16%–22%
  • Safety and Infection Control
8%–14%
Health Promotion and Maintenance6%–12%
Psychosocial Integrity6%–12%
Physiological Integrity
  • Basic Care and Comfort
6%–12%
  • Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
13%–19%
  • Reduction of Risk Potential
10%–16%
  • Physiological Adaptation
11%–17%

* Source: National Council of State Boards of Nursing web site. 2010 NCLEX-RN® Test Plan.