MC1906

I definitely would not do it because its not an area I am trained in as a FNP. Just like I should not manage ICU patients either, because I'm not an Acute Care NP. My ICU experience as a RN would not hold up in court. Nothing wrong with treating medical problems, but once it goes beyond your training as a NP, you should stop. The clue here is, what was your training in NP school. Get the post masters in Psych if at all possible. But you would be at a disadvantage to yourself and your patients. Your BON and your protocols should never conflict.

What will your DNP projects be on?

I think it would be good to look at some data and show it to the Drs. and your director. They may be unaware that they are taking so long to progress through in Phase II. Nausea: there are a few things that you can give preop that will help. To add to what's been stated, you can apply a Scopalamine patch for those with known PONV prior to surgery. I usually give Zofran 4mg/IV. They could also be behind on their fluids. Sniffing an alcohol pad sometimes works. Pain: Fentanyl is awesome, my PACU does it use it much. I like Dilaudid, Demerol, and Toradol. Also they need to really breathe to get the gas out used for the Lap procedure. If your having lots of problems with PONV and pain management, maybe it could be something going on. I would review the OR sheets to see what are they getting in surgery. Not all patients should be the same. So if they all are coming out with extreme pain, that may be something else that needs looking into. Good luck!

Just started Chamberlain's DNP program....anyone has any feedback on the program? So far so good....they are very nice and professional!

Join local NP group Ask your preceptors Primary Care....Community health centers Retail (target, cvs, walgreens...) Home Health Assessments.... Talk to the physicians you work with on a daily basis...that is how I found my job. Network...network..network.

I graduated from Ball State in July 2013. I'm glad the program was designed the way that it was because I was able to continuing working full time. The last semester is the most challenging, especially because of the amount of clinical hours you have to put in. Being organized is key and having good group members to do assignments. The program exposes you to a lot of material. Take a review course to help you prepare for boards and you will be fine! I passed boards on my first try and so did others that I heard of. Good luck.

Thanks Deliahgirl.....inbox me. Quick answer to one of your questions......Yes,buy the yellow book STAT! Definitely worth it! The first 3 chapters were the biggest help!

I decided on nursing as a second career. I went back after having a masters in another field. Never too late to go back. I started with as associates and now in a DNP program! ASN- 2007 @ 29 BSN- 2008 @ 30 MSN-2013 @ 35 DNP- 2015 @ 37 (Keeping my fingers crossed)

I used several resources because not everyone covers everything. Sometimes I understood something better from one person and not the other. Just depends on how much time you have and how you learn best. I studied for about 3 months. I passed both AANP and ANCC on the first try. I definitely think it was worth it all! Here is what I used: Fitzgerald CDs & study book Barkley CDs Hollier Lecture CDs (very easy to listen to +she is funny) Maria Leik's book FamilyNPPrep.com Stuff from ANCC inbox me if you have any questions.

I studied like crazy for a few months. Here is what I did: Created study plan and tried to stick to it as much as possible Broke it down by systems Don't keep studying stuff I know to feel good, move on to what I don't know well Review national guidelines Use the test content outline to help guide my studies Quiz partner Fitzgerald CDs X3, Barkley X1 ----certain sections I listened to repeatedly. You must master info, not be "familiar". Should be able to spit it out like the Alphabet Questions----any free questions do those. I purchased questions from ANCC and did their free questions; familynpprep.com (5 test ANCC and 5 test AANP) Maria Leik (used this last)---bunch of fast facts, which were great reminders Questions from review books---Fitzgerald, Hollier, and Leik Looked up any word I don't know; used youtube to help with some topics Know non-clinical stuff really well. Must know how to apply it. email me: [email protected] if you want a little more help with studying.

The M.Fitzgerald CDs were God sent. They are definintely a great way to review for the boards and for test during school. I would listen to them in the car over and over. I used M.Fitzgerald book, CDs, and Leik's book. Passed both ANCC and AANP, first try.

I recently tested and passed the exam. IMHO there really isn't a great benefit to doing a review course that is non-NP focused. Ere are tons of NP reviews available that will prepare you for the exam. I used several np review resources to prepare. Look at the test content outline. Passing the test is by mastering the content. You are not expected to know everything. It depends n what test you are taking (AANP OR ANCC).....but I would d the following Fitzgerald CDs and workbook National guidelines ....asthma, COPD, JNC7, Cholesterol,etc.. Hollier ...she has tons of stuff Barkley...another great resource. Family prep.com,,,,,,I used this and it was good because it gave rationales and similar questions to the test. I also read Maria Leik's book, which was great for fast facts after studying all the content. Know your content first...then practice questions will reveal you knowledge gaps. Read over anything that is published on test taking strategies for passing boards. That is extremely helpful. Part of doing a review course is being exposed to concepts and questions/wording that will be similar to your exam. If you want to take a PA course after boards for educational purposes...that would be different, but going into boards focus on NP related information and reviews. I hope this helps.

Nervous...but I PASSED! MUCH harder than I would have ever thought this exam would be. I would definitely get the yellow book from ANCC, familynpprep.com questions were really helpful and use Fitzgerald (attend a seminar or buy the CDs). If anyone has any questions about the new format....please let me know.

SOM- I will definitely do the practice questions on the ANCC website. In addition to those, are you referring to the questions that you can buy from the ANCC. It comes with 2 sample test banks and you can review them over and over w/rationales? I have the yellow book! It's great...I need to reread the first few chapters again, as was suggested previously. Nervous....I'm trying not to be! But I'm doing my best so hopefully I will pass the first time around! Thank you once again! MC1906

SOM-Congrats on passing boards! Did you take them before the recent change or after the change? I'm sure you feel a load lifted off your chest. I am planning to take the ANCC/FNP exam. Of the review materials that you studied from...which one helped you the most on the test. I have the yellow book from ANCC and I also have 5 test from familynpprep.com .....this thread has been really helpful. I'm getting really nervous as the time approaches! Any additional advice, hints, tips, I will definitely appreciate! Thank You, MC