Need Help How to Study for Phase II LPN-BSN ISU Challenge Tests

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I'm trying to create a study plan for the next 4 months to study for the Phase II Challenge Exams for ISU LPN-BSN Program. Classes are Nurs 106, 224, 328, and 330.

Will the modules be enough to help me pass these exams or do I also need other books? If I need more books which ones do I need?

If you took these exams already and passed, what was your study plan like?

Basically, I'm dedicating 2-3 nights M-F and if needed study all day Sunday to study for theses tests.

Also, which test do I study for and take 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th? I want to take the easier one first.

My target is to have all this done before the November 1st deadline so that I can begin the nursing program Spring 2010.

Thanks in advance!

Specializes in Geriatrics & Mental Health.

N328 was difficult but you can do it! Have you paid for your challenge tests yet through the computer store? If so, you can go onto your ISU blackboard and see the syllabus for N328. Study the diseases (for example, if my patient has this disease, should let him eat this? Should I take these precautions? In other words, nursing measures, judgement, etc.). I did not think that the modules were particularly helpful, but they give you a baseline. I passed the first time and only studied the modules (I dislike peds, too)! It would have been helpful to go a little more in depth on some of the more common diseases (like cystic fibrosis) -- if you see something like that, chances are you should google it (I looked at the Peds NCLEX for dummies study guide on google books) -- that really helps a lot. There are also a lot of practice quizzes on the internet that were helpful. Good luck -- if I can think of anything else I will let you know!

Specializes in Geriatrics & Mental Health.

Also, if you know "normal" you are in good shape -- a lot of that is common sense on the test! I would review it & make sure you understand the basics.

Thanks!! for the info! its my weakest subject. were the questions on the TCN online resource center similiar to the test questions?

Also, if you know "normal" you are in good shape -- a lot of that is common sense on the test! I would review it & make sure you understand the basics.

Alea,

May I have your email address, I can't seem to get the private message option to work on here. I would like to ask you something. =). Unfortunately, you can't post emails on here, so maybe you can private message me with your email?

Leanne

I took it in the order you have up there NUR 106, 224, 328, and 330. I found the modules helped I passed all of mine. 224 and 328 were kinda hard....one is med-surg and peds. I think you will meet your goal I studied the longest on peds because it is so much to remember from birth to 18yrs. Good luck:)

804_LPN,

I was wondering if had already taken N328? Could you please private message me your email, I've taken the test yesterday and I would like to ask you something about the test? Thanks! I would send you my email on here, but apparently we are not allowed to display that info. =/

Leanne

Has anyone complete N328- Nursing Care of the Child and Family. I would like to compare answers with someone. It should be on the blackboard website. If you log in, go to "Nursing Challenge Exams", Click "N328" on the left side and then on the left it shows "test 1", next to that it will say "review".

I just want to compare and review my answers with someone else. =)

That feature in blackboard has been turned off now. What a bomber! you cannot review again what you missed

Specializes in HH, Med/Surg, SCI Rehab.

Thanks chaxanmom! I am taking the peds test on Monday and this is great to know! I will review the developmental stuff now!:thankya:

Specializes in LTAC, Wound Care, Case Management.

I am getting ready to start the process of studying for the challenge exams. I'm trying to get this done without going through TCN. I found 3 of the 4 CSMs on Ebay, but they are from 2005. Is this the most recent CSM for these exams?

Thanks in advance.

Hey, I am new to allnurses so please excuse me..! I have taken N106 (easy - just study the module & do the review questions) & N328 (tougher but manageable!). Does anyone have any advice on N224? I take it in two days...from what I hear the test is very difficult & the module isn't very helpful? Not sure where I should focus my studying (seems like that is all I have been doing lately!). Thanks!!:banghead:

I am new also. Just wanted to know if you arent using TCN where do you take these 4 exams? Are you already enrolled with ISU? Thanks all!!:D

Specializes in HH, Med/Surg, SCI Rehab.
I am getting ready to start the process of studying for the challenge exams. I'm trying to get this done without going through TCN. I found 3 of the 4 CSMs on Ebay, but they are from 2005. Is this the most recent CSM for these exams?

Thanks in advance.

The only way to find out for certain is to check with TCN. My CSMs have a copyright 2006 but not sure if anything changed. TCN's website or customer service can check if you have the newest version.

Specializes in HH, Med/Surg, SCI Rehab.
I am new also. Just wanted to know if you arent using TCN where do you take these 4 exams? Are you already enrolled with ISU? Thanks all!!:D

Only the study guides come from TCN, you can take the exam at any testing center at local university or Sylvan learning center.

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