This is an odd question but is there anyone out there who took the RN exam and took the PN exam as well. Would like to know the difference in content. I am planning to write the PN exam since I am not doing any nursing job and working as a PT right now. Planning to stay even casual PN (once pass the exam). I'm thinking I would like to try but worried that the last time I passed my NCLEX RN for the states I was thinking as an RN.
Any feedback on how to approach the PN exam with an RN education? Is it worth to buy a book for it?
PS. If you guys are wondering why I'm doing this, all what had happened to me were in my previous threads.
Hi BlacKBee you are most welcome. Let me know if you have any other questions that I can answer for you. Take care and all the best.
I started reading some of it and there are not a lot of difference. I just wanted to know in terms of exam, is it the same as the NLCEX format? Im guessing the content will be same except for the part where PN looks after stable clients versus non stable clients, PN cant do discharge and admission, etc. but can still do assessment, etc. Those are the kind of things I wanted to know on how to isolate the work of PN to RN. After passing the NCLEX RN ---- my brain still geared towards answering the PN exam with RN approach. Thanks
In terms of the exam on the CPNRE there are no alternative items like on NCLEX-RN. Also the CPNRE is not computer-adaptive, it is only computer-based. It is the same as the pencil and paper version, but just on the computer. Removing those two factors makes it a somewhat easier exam. Just my thoughts.
Alot of the basic nursing principles and concepts for both exams are much the same. The main challenge will be to "think like a practical nurse" rather than an RN when answering the questions. You want to be answering the questions in terms of the PN scope of practice and from the PN frame of reference (lens) and think what would the PN do.
I would get a copy of the 4th edition of the Prep Guide if you do not have it already. Focus on the Appendix A at the back of the prep guide. This does a great job of outlining the assumptions for the PN and the exam competencies that are tested. It will also give you a clearer picture of what the PN is expected to do in terms of basic skills etc. You may also want to download the CPNRE Blueprint if you have not already.
The prep guide will help you familiarize yourself with the level of the questions. Study the rationales for the correct and incorrect answers as well. Really study language of the questions and the wording of the questions. This will help you to pick up some of the subtleties and the nuances. Just keep reminding yourself you are answering as a PN.
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Thanks happytohelp .... that would clarify questions in the future if its indeed an NCLEX. I am planning to write mine in May as soon s I can. I wanted to start getting an experience as an PN even my plan in the end is to work as an RN. I will want to both work as a PT and PN at same time.
I am planning to take my 3rd and last chance of my CPNRE on October. I took my 2nd exam last May 2013. I am very worried as this is my last chance to take CPNRE. Do you have any good resources you can provides us. I am IEN.
Thank you for your effort and kindness to us who has struggling passing the exam.
I am planning to take my 3rd and last chance of my CPNRE on October. I took my 2nd exam last May 2013. I am very worried as this is my last chance to take CPNRE. Do you have any good resources you can provides us. I am IEN.
Thank you for your effort and kindness to us who has struggling passing the exam.
Hi Toronto24,
Glad you are giving yourself enough time to prepare. You want to analyze the feedback from your exam reports from your first and second attempts and identify your gaps. Then once you know your specific gaps you can devise a plan to address them. I will start a thread on main page and talk about resources and materials you can use so that others in the forum can benefit also. The other thing is you want to do a solid and very thorough content review. Go back to basics. You also want to learn test-taking strategies that can help with application of knowledge and critical thinking.
Thanks again for reaching out with your question. If you have any other questions do not hesitate to connect. Always glad to help where I can. Take care and have a great day. Keep your head up.
Remember, you can do this. Stay positive and focused. Don't see this as your last chance, see it as a fresh new opportunity. Think about what you need to differently from the last 2 times and focus on how this write will be your BEST WRITE!!!!! You got this!
The key for you will be to use your experience from the last 2 times to your advantage.
Just think you have a lot more experience with the exam than someone who is writing for the first time. So use that!
Thanks happytohelp .... that would clarify questions in the future if its indeed an NCLEX. I am planning to write mine in May as soon s I can. I wanted to start getting an experience as an PN even my plan in the end is to work as an RN. I will want to both work as a PT and PN at same time.
You are welcome BlackBee. Great point. I did a new thread on the main page for others to benefit to clarify that point. The great thing is you have a goal and a plan. This keeps you focused and motivated especially when things get challenging. All the best. You will get there. Just keep pushing forward.
You got this!
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Hi BlacKBee you are most welcome. Let me know if you have any other questions that I can answer for you. Take care and all the best.