CEN exam tomorrow

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Specializes in ED.

Hello....anyone out there have any advice on the CEN exam? I am taking it TOMORROW and feel okay about it...I think. I am still very nervous :cry: about it. Any helpful hints?

Thanks:nurse:

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Specializes in M/S, dialysis, home health, SNF.

Chamomile tea ;)

And after the test, chocolate cake!

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Specializes in CNS, PMHNP, EMS, ER, Instructor.

Don't cram, and get a good nite's sleep - does that sound familiar?

When you take the exam, relax; read the entire question, and remember your ABCs. I found the questions to be straight forward; I was not rushed for time; and passed with a good score.

Most of the questions and answers could be answered using common sense and some nursing know-how.

Good luck!

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Remember all those little tips from school. Be prepared, read all directions and questions fully. Watch out for the no's and not's, skip what initially stumps you because the next questions may give you the tip you need., then go back.

Tension blocks memory.Do whatever you need to relax. Prayer, meditation, and long slow exhalations work. Positive affirmations based on your preparedness help program for success.

Relax, you can do it.

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Specializes in ER, Occupational Health, Cardiology.

I agree with the other posters. Don't look for things that aren't there, either. They are straightforward questions and they are not trying to trick you. As one of the posters above said, if you reread your scenarios, or as you read down into the questions you may find the answer to a question that stumps you in another place. Good luck, although tht doesn't have very much to do with it!

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GOOD LUCK to you!!!!

i think relaxing is the biggest thing right now. and PRAYERS so i am going to pray for you.

GOOD LUCK :)

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Specializes in M/S, dialysis, home health, SNF.

We'll keep our fingers, toes, and eyes crossed for ya!

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Specializes in Emergency Dept, M/S.

No advice, since I'm no where near that stage yet, but the CEN is a goal of mine.

Best of luck!!

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so, how did you do? mind sharing some tips for the rest of us? how has the exam changed, where is it's focus, etc. thanks!

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Specializes in Travel Nursing, ICU, tele, etc.

GOOD LUCK TO YOU!!! I don't have any tips as I am in the process of studying for it myself. Generally speaking I would say not to walk into that exam intimidated. Try to be a little aggressive and a little angry. It will help with recall. Attack that test and let it know that you are boss!!

:yeah::yeah::yeah: hi it out of the park!!!!!!!!!!!

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Specializes in ER, Med-surg, ICU.

I am in the process of studying for it as well. Just relax, take deep breath , and do what you know and know what you do. I know you will do great..

Thinking of you and let us know how it goes...prepare the rest of us who are taking this step:bugeyes:

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