How will I know I am ready to take the NCLEX-RN?

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I've been studying for my NCLEX-RN using Exammaster online and also Saunders Review. I may invest in Kaplan review course. My question is-how do I know when I am ready for the NCLEX? I am assuming if I do Kaplan, they have a pre and post-test that will give me an idea of how ready I am. I feel ready in most areas except pharmacology and drug interactions. Any comments?

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People never feel that they are ready. When you have given sufficient effort to all areas, and you feel you could pass a regular "school" test on the subject matter, go for it. Good luck.

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Specializes in Med/Surg.

i would say if you have the time/money to invest in kaplan - do it!! i did kaplan and did all that they tell you to do (mad a study plan for myself, did all 7 question trainers, and i did 100% of the q-bank) and knew i was ready to test once i got over a 65% on question trainer 7. i passed the nclex with 75 questions... kaplan was honestly my savior. best of luck!

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Specializes in ER, Med/Surg, LTC.

You will never ever feel as though you are ready, know your basis content, and then practice questions and review rationales, even if you got the answer right. I did Hurst Review, and that was a life saver. Before Hurst, I was scoring in the 40 - 50% range, now I am scoring in the 70 - 80% range consistently. Even with alternative questions.

Simply be robust in your revision, and try not to jump from book to book. Get a comprehensive book (Saunders Q &A), LaCharity for Prioritization and a Review course of your choice, and let those be your bible. Give the books a chance to prove their worth. As you get down to the last couple of weeks, consistently answer questions each day.

Good luck.......

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