How to Prepare for the NCLEX Examination
The National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) tests are created by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN). Individuals who want to become licensed nurses must pass this exam to receive professional credentials. The test is largely comprised of medical abbreviations and terminology, and there are several online and offline review courses and programs available to help prospective nurses pass the NCLEX the first time they take it.
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Register for the NCLEX Review for Nurses program. Registration will give you access to the P.A.S.S. test online where you can take assessments and quizzes to further your knowledge in each area. The tests cover key areas, including medical/surgical, pediatrics, maternal/newborn and psychiatry.
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Learn about the test from the NCLEX Test Review website. This resource outlines exactly what to expect from the NCLEX test and offers practice questions, a list of NCLEX medical terminology and medical review tips.
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Purchase the "NCLEX-RN Study Guide." This study guide is a step-by-step guide printed by Morrison Media, LLC. This guide can serve as supplementary educational materials for review courses and classes, or as a fast track self-study program. It provides tips on test taking techniques, general test review tips and comprehensive medical review tips. The book can be purchased as an eBook or ordered as a printed book.
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Register for the NCLEX-RN Prep course from Kaplan Nursing. This review course is available as a comprehensive or supplemental study program and offers online access to video streaming tutorials and online exams. You can begin by reviewing the course book and taking the first assessment test.
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Work through study books. There are several NCLEX review guide books available, and these can serve as an introduction to the exam. Work through the lessons and take the sample quizzes to gauge your strengths in each area.
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Tips & Warnings
NCLEX questions are based on book knowledge and not practical knowledge. This is why you will need to focus on memorizing many terms and definitions
