My simple method to pass the NCLEX

[Mithy]

here's what i did to pass the nclex.

1) saunders 4th edition (the blue book)- read all the chapters, make sure you answer the questions at the end. (i skipped peds/ob/medications part) but if you're weak in these areas, i suggest you do them.

2) prioritization, delegation, and assignment by lachirty. this book is a must. do the whole book including the case studies.

3) kaplan q bank. if you can't afford it.. buy the kaplan 2010-2011 book. i believe it's only like $30. complete the book and make sure you do the cd.

i completed these 3-steps in this exact order.

side notes:

-know your basic labs

-know what airborne, droplet, contact precautions are and the diseases that fall under them. (ex. tb is airborne)

-make sure you know what foods contain calcium, potassium, iron, zinc.. etc.

best of luck to you all and hope you're successful!

[caliotter3]

Thanks for the advice, it should prove helpful to some.

[babinski123]

thank you for this helpful post. i would like to ask if you have an idea where i could purchase the prioritization, delegation, and assignment by lachirty. i checked on amazon and this is very expensive for me. thank you!

[SLCRN]

Try ebay or half.com, thats where I got mine

[babinski123]

half.com does not have it now. ebay has it on auction right now. thanks!

[redjewel]

thank you for sharing. congratulations! and God bless in your new profession :)

[Mithy]

Just trying to help, thanks!

[msshawn]

You had a pretty good study plan. I used this same plan in addition to memorizing the infection control mnemonic and it equaled a pass for me too.

[ProudMomof2,now RN!]

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! My study plan was similar to yours as well, with some extras added. Led to a pass for me also!

[chocoloco]

Congratulations for passing....

I am planning to take my NCLEX soon.

How long did you study for the NCLEX?

[Mithy]

I studied for 1 month, 3-4 hours a day. I also recommend buying a notebook and taking notes while reading the Saunders book. When you finish, having notes is very useful to review.

[neww]

thanks for the advice