Kaplan Nursing Entrance Exam

blue_eyed_mommy · Aug 2, 2010

I took the Kaplan for Baker-Flint and got an 82%, I am a 4.0 student btw. The highest I heard of anyone getting was an 89%. Most people seemed to get 60-75. The test is pretty darn hard. Study the kaplan book, I know it helped me but remember that everyone is having a hard time so don't get too discouraged.

When I took the Kaplan you could take a break and walk around for a minute in between questions. That helps a lot when you get stressed out. Make sure you study your A&P book back and forth, because the Kaplan questions are very specific so you will need to know that stuff. Good luck!

bonnevie13 · Aug 3, 2010

Thanks...were there Chemistry questions on the test as well? Because as you know, Baker does not require Chemistry as a pre-req. I have been out of school for 30 years. With all my pre-req. completed, I have a 3.96GPA. Would you say most of the material from the Kaplan Study Guide was on the test? This question is pertaining to both the math and science. How were the reading passages? Were they average reading length or longer? In addition, do you know how the Kaplan is scored? Are all subject areas considered in the percentage total? Thanks again for your help in answering my questions!

blue_eyed_mommy · Aug 3, 2010

Each section has a different number of questions and you have to do them in order. The last area was where I did the worst, but I talked to a lot of people who thought it was the easiest section so I think it all depends on your strengths. I found the math was A LOT easier on the actual test than in the study guide. I also thought the reading/writing was easier. The writing or grammar part can get a little annoying so I would suggest taking a break right about then. :)

As far as it being scored do you mean in terms of how many baker points you get? Like I said I had an 82% so I received 9.2 points out of 11. The highest at Flint this term was 9.9 and it was pretty rare to see anyone in the 80s at all.

Despareux · Aug 3, 2010

I would suggest knowing your basic A&P like the back of your hand. There were less questions for the science portion than for any other section, but keep in mind that there is a vast amount of information to know for basic A&P and any kind of question can pop up pertaining to any part of the body.

bonnevie13 · Aug 3, 2010

Thanks for the information. In regards to the scoring, when I took the NET test, you were given points only on the composite scores in math and reading. There were science questions as well, but these were not included in your total score. So as far as I can see, all sections of the Kaplan are considered in your total percentage. Thanks to everyone for the help and advice!:)

bonnevie13 · Aug 8, 2010

:redpinkhe.... :cool: i met with the nursing director and am pretty excited to take the kaplan in october....study....study....study:nurse: thanks everyone, and i promise...no more pesky questions...i just want to rock this exam! :yeah:

blue_eyed_mommy · Aug 8, 2010

No I'm happy to help. I was freaking out about taking it because I couldn't find too much information on it. Math is normally my worst subject and I scored in the 90's on the Kaplan. If you had a good understanding of you MATH111 class, you will be fine with the Math.

As far as the English, it was the second to last part and it seemed to last forever. If you really work the study guide for the reading and can do well on it you should breeze through the test. I did better on the test than I ever did in the study guide. But I spent a lot of time studying what they wanted you to in the Kaplan and taking the practice exams.

My knowledge of AP 1 did not seem to translate well on the Kaplan.

Good luck and feel free to ask anymore questions that you might have!

bonnevie13 · Aug 8, 2010

Thank you sooooo much...I really do appreciate all your advice. All of your advice has been extremely helpful, and I Thank YOU for your time in responding! In respect for the nervousness before taking this test, I feel, has much to do with the "unknown factor"..... keeping this in mind.....having someone to answer questions that I post is very comforting! Thank you again!:redpinkhe Did you get into the nursing program beginning this fall, 2010? Are you a nursing student from the Flint campus? Also, I agree with you on the quality of the A&P professor, and its relevance to the critical information that is or should be expected of each nursing student. Unfortunately, too many students "hope" or "choose" to get the "easy" instructor, and in reality they are hurting themselves. I'm sorry to hear that you were done an injustice in the lack of "quality instructing you would have expected".....in these circumstances we have to study a bit harder, a bit longer, a bit more intensely.....the end result...you will become a better nurse for it...right?!?! :nurse:

Have a great day, and if you are starting the program in the Fall...CONGRATULATIONS:yeah:

bonnevie13 · Aug 9, 2010

Blue eye mommy or anyone who has some advice to offer: In regards to the science section of the Kaplan Study Guide....Did you feel that JUST studying the Kaplan study guide and taking the practice tests were sufficient in preparing for the Kaplan Nursing Entrance Exam?

When I was taking the practice tests...I was not doing as well as I would hope to..actually not well at all....now I'm worried about over studying on specific areas that may not at all be what I should be focusing on...you helping me out! :idea:This is a very competitive program, and I hope you know I am very grateful to any advice you have to offer. Thanks in advance.

Despareux · Aug 10, 2010

Blue eye mommy or anyone who has some advice to offer: In regards to the science section of the Kaplan Study Guide....Did you feel that JUST studying the Kaplan study guide and taking the practice tests were sufficient in preparing for the Kaplan Nursing Entrance Exam? When I was taking the practice tests...I was not doing as well as I would hope to..actually not well at all....now I'm worried about over studying on specific areas that may not at all be what I should be focusing on...any specific help in this area would be greatly appreciated. I know many of you who may offer your advice may not have gotten the same from others, and I truly appreciate and respect you helping me out! :idea:This is a very competitive program, and I hope you know I am very grateful to any advice you have to offer. Thanks in advance.

I did not use a study guide to study for the Kaplan. I read my A&P powerpoints for a refresher and practiced some math out of my math books. I would highly recommend using a study guide over just reviewing notes and powerpoints.

All I can tell you is just know your basic A&P. There is nothing specific to learn because the questions are so random.

For math, know your fractions, ratios/proportions, decimals, conversions.

blue_eyed_mommy · Aug 10, 2010

Thank you sooooo much...I really do appreciate all your advice. All of your advice has been extremely helpful, and I Thank YOU for your time in responding! In respect for the nervousness before taking this test, I feel, has much to do with the "unknown factor"..... keeping this in mind.....having someone to answer questions that I post is very comforting! Thank you again!:redpinkhe Did you get into the nursing program beginning this fall, 2010? Are you a nursing student from the Flint campus? Also, I agree with you on the quality of the A&P professor, and its relevance to the critical information that is or should be expected of each nursing student. Unfortunately, too many students "hope" or "choose" to get the "easy" instructor, and in reality they are hurting themselves. I'm sorry to hear that you were done an injustice in the lack of "quality instructing you would have expected".....in these circumstances we have to study a bit harder, a bit longer, a bit more intensely.....the end result...you will become a better nurse for it...right?!?!
Have a great day, and if you are starting the program in the Fall...CONGRATULATIONS:yeah:

Yes I am starting in the fall! If ----- holds the A&P review again this year I would suggest that. A lot of people that I talked to had success with it. She had a lot of handouts as well. Good luck to you!