Anyone writing CRNE for the 3rd time?

[lovelivelearn]

Hi,

I was wondering if anyone is writing CRNE for the third time on Feb 2, 2011????? or if you're writing the second time? What are your strategies for the exam?? I was going to take U of T prep course but unfortunately they are not offering it for the feb exam. I'm writing for the third time and i must get it this time! I've tried the mosby & lippincott review books and took the toronto school of health prep course. Are there any other prep courses or somewhere i can find a mock exam? So this time i need to change up my strategy..and would love some advice so i can get an idea. PLEASE HELP. THANKS!

[jan23]

I passed by doing the following:1. Reading my textbooks. Mosby comprehensive is not enough. I got asked very specific questions on chronic diseases and post-op. Focus on the nursing actions. Always think of what the nurse should do.2. Study with friends. Discuss rationales with one another.3. Read best practice guidelines to help with professional practice questions.4. Do practice questions and try to understand the rationales. 4.

[jackiehsav]

I was on my third try and i couldn't take any more chances on self-study. Then my friend told me about a school in Mississauga that specifically helps Nurses and Nursing students taking the CRNE prep course. Humber had one class and it didn't help me. I honestly felt like a number when it came to going to community colleges for help. Anyways, I went there, they gave me a mock exam for free to see if i'm ready for my 3rd attempt. They were really helpful. The teacher took her time explaining each question with the class and the fact it was open forum we could ask for more clarification. So fortunately I passed, and i want to thank Nurses Education Mississauga for taking the time for me and each student. I really felt like they really wanted to help compared to other reviews of schools in the GTA i've heard from people.