Taking NC4 test

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Hi all have not posted in a while, my mom died on Feb 14 was studying for NC4 exam was going to take the exam in Feb, but my mom lung collapse and ended up on a vent. I tell you studying for NC4 I was able to see first hand why you need to know what you need to know help me see why the material in NC4 is important. My mom had a few great nurse who understood critical thinking and showed the art of nursing. With all this being said I am taking NC4 on the 14th. I am a little scared but I have to get back in the saddle I have to finish this by May.

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Specializes in EMS, ED, Trauma, CEN, CPEN, TCRN.

I am so sorry to hear about your mom! I'm sure she'd be proud that you're getting back up on the horse, so to speak. *hugs* Good luck on the 14th!

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Specializes in Psych, LTC, Acute Care.

Oh I am so sorry for your loss. :redpinkhe I can so relate to you. My mom died almost 4 years ago and It still gets tough sometime. Just take it one day at a time. I just took HD2(AKA4) That test was super hard. I just knew that I failed it, but I managed to squeeze by with a C. I'm scheduled to take HD2(Aka NC5) March 17. This is the test that alot of people failed so that makes me nervous. Good luck and welcome back!:up:

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Specializes in NICU, Psych, Education.

Welcome back! You're in our thoughts as you progress through the program and deal with this incredible loss.

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I'm sorry for your loss. I can relate...my mother passed away November 28th. It's hard to believe it's been 3 months since she's been gone. She'd be proud of your determination! Good luck!

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Specializes in GYN, Ambulatory Care, Geri Care.

Hello,

I'm sorry for your loss. I know things are difficult now but it's good that you are starting your studies again. You'll make a great RN because you understand the 'other side' so to speak.

Best Wishes to you and your family.

Sabrina

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Specializes in Med/Surg Nurse, Homecare, Visiting Nurse.
Hi all have not posted in a while, my mom died on Feb 14 was studying for NC4 exam was going to take the exam in Feb, but my mom lung collapse and ended up on a vent. I tell you studying for NC4 I was able to see first hand why you need to know what you need to know help me see why the material in NC4 is important. My mom had a few great nurse who understood critical thinking and showed the art of nursing. With all this being said I am taking NC4 on the 14th. I am a little scared but I have to get back in the saddle I have to finish this by May.

I'm sorry to hear about your loss, keeping you in my prayers. Please continue to make your mom proud. Good luck and God bless.

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I, too, am sorry to hear of your loss. We were just talking today about how long Daddy has been gone.

On taking EC tests...

1) When you first see a question, read the question TWICE before looking at the answers.

2) If the correct answer JUMPS off the page at you, select the answer and move to the next question.

3) If the answer does not jump off the page at you, do not linger and don't answer it, move on and wait till the end of the test to review all that you have flagged for review or not answered. There are options to select either / or.

4) Do all of your flagged questions (or unanswered) in the same manner...go through them one by one - don't answer it till the answer jumps off the page at you, it will before you finish.

EC scores are based on the ability level as defined in the "item response theory" of exam development and scoring, so the above method I told you about will help tremendously. It's just not about how many you get "right," but HOW you take the test.

Hope that helps. Mark

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