Your NCLEX exam is just around the corner. You
have only a few short weeks to prepare for the exam that will qualify you to
practice nursing in Canada. Time is tight and the stress is starting to build.
What is your next step?
Step One:
Relax.
You didn't make it this far on your ability to
guess multiple-choice questions. Don't let your nerves get the better of you.
If you need reassurance of your skills, pull out your old quizzes and review
your correct answers. Then pour yourself a cup of tea, take a deep
breath and prepare your study station for exploring your incorrect answers.
Step Two:
Organize
Clear a space in your home or office that is
free of clutter. Prepare your notes and reference material into content
packages of similar subject matter. Use a large binder to organize your work or
create individual study paks.
Step Three:
Eliminate Distractions
Take a break from your social media world and
commit to your NCLEX preparation. If you are having trouble letting go of
platforms like Facebook and Twitter, download a blocking app to your computer.
The StayFocused app works well to limit or deny access to any site that you
deem counterproductive. You might also want to turn your phone to the 'do not
disturb' setting, for at least portions of the day.
Step Four:
Study, Create, Assess
Review your content packages and make notes on
the areas you are least comfortable with. Take these notes and create quizzes
or flashcards. Use these assessment tools to quiz yourself.
Step Five:
Seek Guidance
Apply for a NCLEX prep course to ensure your
knowledge is of the high standard needed to pass the NCLEX exam. Programs, like
the one offered by PRIMED Educational Associates, will help you put the final
touches on your NCLEX preparation. PRIMED offers two-day courses that review
the many different nursing topics that will be covered on the NCLEX. The review
is based on the most recent NCSBN Test Plan for the NCLEX. Along with this
review, students will receive helpful tips for studying, computer adapted
testing, clinical calculations and demonstrating proper nursing policy, law and
ethics. The course provides students with 16 hours of classroom time, a
200-page study guide and ongoing support from the PRIMED team.
Step Six:
Examination
Enter the exam with the confidence you have earned and walk away a
registered nurse.
