studying for nclex 2yrs after graduation, where do I start?

passredskins1 · Jun 3, 2011

hi there...dont give up... #1 pray and ask Jesus for guidance as to where to start.... #2..i would recommend a review course that is content based such as hurst to help u prepare...its worth the investment as it gets u back into study mood #3 try to remember what area u were weak in in school and start studying that area.....dont cram but read to understand.. #4 print out the detailed test plan of the nclex and see what u need to cover #5 get calender and mark the days to study/review...u will need 3 to 4 mons of detailed study #6 if u can go part time @ work...do so and devote your time to nclex #7start by getting your feet wet ...do 25 questions a day...then jump to 50..(keep track of scores) #8 get the nclex 4000 CD, SAUNDERS q/a as that builds your content review while doing questions #9 I know things can be hard but a review course will be helpful as they woulf give some assignements and tell u what to focus on... #10 good luck

riri rn · Jun 3, 2011

I would try a review class if possible, or saunders and Linda Lacharity (PDA)or you might want to look at this for starters.....https://allnurses.com/nclex-discussion-forum/study-checklist-passing-558477-post5057303.html#post5057303. GOOD LUCK...

caliotter3 · Jun 3, 2011

I would suggest taking a review class for a jump start. Or, just open up Saunders and start with Chapter 1. Good luck.

redsky · Jun 3, 2011

Thanks for your responses!! I'll look into taking a review course. I also went over some review questions from saunders and I was surprised to find out I still remember some of the stuff! :yeah:

riri_rn the link that you gave is very helpful!! Thanks!

dudette10, MSN, RN · Jun 3, 2011

You said you are two years out, right? At this point, I would just purchase the Saunders book and read, read, read. The issue you will probably face is content-based, and you will really need to jog your 2-year old memory.

Kaplan is a great course if you plan to take the exam right after nursing school, but I think the in-class portion would be a waste of time for you, at this point. The in-class stuff sort of assumes that you already know content, and it provides test-taking strategies and practice using them.

In addition, the Saunders book is

Good luck to you!