This 16th edition has been completely revised and updated - it includes more than 3,000 test questions! Its unique coding of questions helps students evaluate performance according to the most recent NCLEX test plan. A free CD-ROM with approximately 1,000 questions will provide students with practice on the computer. This is a must-have for top students who are serious about passing this test. Features: * Content review outlines of medical-surgical, pediatric, maternity/women's health, and mental health nursing incorporate the five-step nursing process to logically organize nursing care and reflect the focus of the NCLEX-RN exam. * Two comprehensive exams of 265 questions provide test-taking experience, help students evaluate overall performance, and give students more confidence on exam day. * Each clinical chapter includes numerous review questions to help students evaluate learning. Answers and rationales follow each chapter to eliminate flipping back and forth. * Separate rationales for each option for all questions explain why correct answers are right and other answers are wrong. * Each comprehensive exam includes a focus for study worksheet to help student identify weaknesses and plan study time. New to this edition: * Questions in the comprehensive exams are coded by client needs in accordance with the new 1998 NCLEX-RN test plan, so students can assess specific strengths and weaknesses and plan study time. * A free CD-ROM with 1,000 additional questions will be packaged with the book to provide students practice on the computer. * Larger, clearer typeface makes reading easier.