medications for NCLEX???

onyx77 · Feb 12, 2008

I was told to be familiar with the most frequently given meds. It helped me some, but not much! Good luck!

rn/writer, RN · Feb 12, 2008

Here is a link you might find helpful:

http://www.flashcardexchange.com/flashcards/list/254251

Know the basic classifications, their actions, adverse effects, side effects and common dosages. One handy concept is that many adverse effects are exaggerations of the drug action. Antihypertensives are meant to lower the BP. Logical adverse effect is hyPOtension. Antidiarrheal meds? Watch for constipation.

Group similar meds together for ease of studying. Many have similar information.

I wish you well.

partyof5 · Feb 12, 2008

I feel your pain, Medications are difficult for me too! Just an FYI..Alot of times when we think of medications we forget about herbals. Although they are not perscribed it is important to know a little about them and how they can interact with other medications. Since your studying right now, I thought id bring that up. good luck on your NCLEX

mstrudde · Feb 13, 2008

Have you checked out the flash cards available by: Mosby's I think. Great memory aids with classes and also a few of the basis used. Also, Pharmacology Made Easy! This is a book, but again it very user friendly. mstrudde

PS: good luck

jakers · Feb 15, 2008

Thanks to all who responded, I appreciate your helpfulness. I've also been reading old threads that have helped out some. It's so good to communicate with other graduates who are facing or have been through NCLEX. Thanks again, now I need to get back to the books and quit finding more interesting stuff on this forum! :specs:

Best wishes to all the March testers,

jakers

tee_byrd, BSN, RN · Feb 18, 2008

i remeber when i took my exam i had a few herbal drugs. so i think you should be a little familiar with the herbal drugs and do alot of questions cause that helps also