NURS 2290: Preparation for the NCLEX RN Exam, Spring 2017
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I. COURSE TITLE: Preparation for the NCLEX-RN Exam
COURSE NUMBER: 2290 CATALOG PREFIX: NURS
II. PRE-REQUISITES: Second semester standing in Associate Degree Nursing Program
III. CREDIT HOURS: 2 LECTURE HOURS: 2
IV. COURSE DESCRIPTION:
A comprehensive review of the nursing process and the client needs categories according to the NCLEX-RN test plan (safe and effective environment, physiological integrity, psychosocial integrity and health promotion and maintenance) in the areas of obstetric, pediatric, medical-surgical and mental health nursing. Includes methods to improve test-taking skills and to relieve stress.
V. ADOPTED TEXT(S):
(2016). Kaplan’s nclex-rn 2016 strategies, practice and review, (1st), New York, NY: Kaplan Publishing. ISBN: 978-1506202204 (Students may also use the 2015-16 edition)
The following texts are optional:
Rupert, D.L. (2016). Lippincott’s nclex-rn alternate-format questions, (6th), Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott, Williams, and Wilkins. ISBN: 9781496325310
Zerwekh, J. & Claborn, J.C. (2015). Illustrated study guide for the nclex-rn exam, (9th), St. Louis: Mosby/Elsevier. ISBN: 978-0-323-8010-5
VI. COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:
1. Explain how to avoid reading into a question.
2. Choose between the two best options for answers to questions.
3. Recall how to best answer communication questions.
4. Describe how to answer questions that select priorities.
5. Select the best answers to questions that use the nursing process.
6. Relate how to take a timed exam.
7. Determine how to plan and schedule review and study time.
8. Demonstrate use of test-taking skills when taking practice exams.
VII. COURSE METHODOLOGY:
Discussion, lecture, self-assessment exercises, audiovisual materials.
VIII. GRADING:
Successful completion will be indicated by the grade of “S”;
Unsuccessful completion will be indicated by the grade of “U”.
NURS 2290: Preparation for the NCLEX RN Exam, Spring 2017
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IX. COURSE OUTLINE:
Introduction to the NCLEX© Test Plan
¨ Test Plan structure: Client needs
· Safe and Effective Care Environment
· Health Promotion and Maintenance
· Psychosocial Integrity
· Physiological Integrity
¨ The NCLEX© Examination
· Examination length
· Passing standard
· Scoring
· Types of test items
Review of:
¨ Nursing care of the adult
¨ Nursing care of the patient with psychosocial and mental health problems
¨ Nursing care of pediatric patient
¨ Nursing care of the childbearing family
¨ Safe and effective care environment
Review Comprehensive ATI results & develop personal study plan
Sample weekly outline:
Weeks:
1 Introduction to the NCLEX© Test Plan
2-3 Review nursing care of the adult
4-5 Review nursing care of the patient with psychosocial and mental health problems
6-7 Review of nursing care of the adult patient
8-9 Review care of pediatric patient
10 Review nursing care of the childbearing family
11-12 Review safe and Effective Care Environment
13-14 Review all content categories.
15 Review Comprehensive ATI Results and develop personal study plan
X OTHER REQUIRED TEXTS, SOFTWARE, AND MATERIALS: None
XI EVALUATION:
In order to successfully complete this course the student must: demonstrate regular attendance (no more than two (2) absences), participate in discussions and activities; complete and turn in assignments on time; and complete all practice examinations.
XII SPECIFIC MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS: None
XIII OTHER INFORMATION:
FERPA: Students need to understand that your work may be seen by others. Others may see your work when being distributed, during group project work, or if it is chosen for demonstration purposes.
Students also need to know that there is a strong possibility that your work may be submitted to other entities for the purpose of plagiarism checks.
DISABILITIES: Students with disabilities may contact the Disabilities Service Office, Central Campus, at 800.628.7722 or 937.393.3431.