Friday, April 20, 2012
NCLEX Preparation
NCLEX Preparation
The NCLEX exam is a life changing test that causes stress for many. The best way to decrease this stress is preparation, but what should you really do?
What is the NCLEX?
The NCLEX is a multiple chose exam that is required in order for all nurses to practice. The exam can be anywhere from 75 to 264 questions based on your progress through the test. This test is designed to evaluate the basic knowledge level of graduating nurses to assure basic clinical practice knowledge and concepts were attained (Herlihy, 2012).
Tips
1. Establish a study plan
2. Become acquainted with the NCLEX test format through practice test
3. Take advantage of review courses
4. Do NOT wait too long to take the exam
5. Control anxiety by having appropriate documentation on exam day
Review courses
For different option and information on NCLEX review courses please visit the link below. Remember these are not the only options out there. EXPLORE! PREPARE! And GOOD LUCK!
References
Herlihy, S. (2012). NCLEX exam tips. eHow. Retrieved from http://www.ehow.com/way_5296746_nclex-exam-tips.html
Video:
Youtube. (2011). Pass the NCLEX-PN exam with these simple tips. Retrieved from http://www.TeachingSolutions.org/nclexpn.html
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