CPNE videos?

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Just curious as to what CPNE videos people recommend? And do any of them provide good mnemonics?

One more thing, should I just get the Excelsior skills bag??

Sorry..........still continuing with the palpitations and I still have no concept how this test works! I would like to get all my materials purchased this weekend.

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There are some CPNE videos on youtube. I recommend the ones by Vanessa. The skills bag is better than nothing. They don't send you the needles for the syringes because it is against the law to ship the two together. Most people try to get their "supplies" from their workplace, but if you don't have access to stuff to "borrow", well, you have to make do. Look on the EPN site on the EC website for people who are selling their stuff. Sometimes people give stuff away for free.

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I'm in the same boat; however I just started doing my FCCA. Anyhow...I've heard that Rob's CPNE video is pretty good. There are also free videos on youtube and the cpne blogspot has some. Right now, I'm on dial up; so I definitely have to order something. I can't imagine trying to watch anything online via dial up (lol).

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Erin! Email me, if you can wait to see if I pass in a few weeks, I will send you my stuff. Mneumonics and all!

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Specializes in Nursing home, Research, Pulmonary.

Hi

CPNE study material can help you know what to expect and to do. I got the EC CD and the skills kit and studied and practiced and made up mnemonics etc..till I was 100% submerged in the CPNE. I tell you I PASSED first try - NO retakes.

You can buy new or look else were. Utube is great if you can find the skills you are looking for...

Know your mnemonics, study the skills, be clear in your mind only think of CPNE, be familiar with what you need to write down, know your nursing dx book and BREATH - you will PASS!

I wish you luck. Amarillor TX, great CPNE site!

gail

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I am thinking about getting Rob's and Excelsior's. I like the idea that Rob will refund your money if you don't pass.

I can't decide if I want to make my own mnemonics or not. I keep reading the study guide and I feel like the entire thing is in a foreign language! I don't know why, maybe it's because I'm experiencing so much anxiety about it.

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Specializes in Nursing home, Research, Pulmonary.

EC dvd, shows you what it is and you can always sell it once you are done..you can pick up "used" ones here and there.

If Robs one can be returned if you don't pass thats good too.

I takes time to prep, you have to do in in sections...you know learn skills by heart, learn/make mnemonics for all critical elements.

Time, concentration and unfortunately money...you need to be successful.

EC wants you to pass truly, but they want to be 100% sure you know your stuff to transition to the profession of a Registered Nurse 101, you know you are their student and once you pass you represent EC, what they stand for...in a sense.

Feel free to e-mail me as well if you are interested in any study materials.

gail

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