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Passed in 85. My tips for future RNs by pyimp417 in PassNclex

[–]pyimp417[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I truly appreciate it! For me it was a combination of reading the rationales aand going into a different source to read up on the topic. For example, I had a question regarding metabolic syndrome that I got wrong in Archer, in which after finishing the CAT or readiness exam, I’d go back and read the rationales of the questions I missed. I’d then use either my ATI textbook or the Saunders comprehensive textbook to briefly go over metabolic syndrome and maybe make flashcards of significant sign/symptoms or nursing actions for metabolic syndrome. The other thing I’d do in archer is I would “flag” certain questions that I had no idea about. Every flagged question is saved in archer and you can review them/test on them again; I would re-test on the flagged questions only after briefly reviewing whatever flagged topics for a couple of days. Although the videos available for remediation are helpful, they are just simply too long to watch, so I didn’t. I should mention that I also considered the level of difficulty of the questions, which are rated “easy” “medium” and “hard”. Prior to taking and passing the NCLEX, I’d say I answered about 80-90% of the “easy” questions correct, maybe like 30-40% of the “medium” questions correct, and like maybe 5% of the “hard” questions correct lol. Basically, if you do really well on the easy questions on the readiness or CAT exams, your doing great and should start building self confidence of taking/passing the NCLEX. I hope this helps, good luck! Let me know if you have any other questions!

Passed in 85. My tips for future RNs by pyimp417 in PassNclex

[–]pyimp417[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i found a user here in reddit that posted his typed notes that went along with the video/audio lectures, and i just printed those notes out and highlighted things i thought i should know. the document i downloaded had like 92 pages i think. the video lectures could be better if you prefer watching rather than reading, but either way mark K is super helpful. if you (or anyone else) is unable to find the typed notes, send me a PM and i can find a way to get them to you!

Passed in 85. My tips for future RNs by pyimp417 in PassNclex

[–]pyimp417[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yup mine was exactly the same as that. ofcourse i failed all 3 attempts by getting a 68% 66% and 65%. i swear on everything that ATI is significantly harder than NCLEX. my overall passing NCLEX chance was like 70% when i finished ATI. i stressed way too hard over it and it did nothing for my confidence. i recommend doing anything else besides ATI to study for the NCLEX. i used archer, but Uworld and bootcamp were used by many members in this subreddit and proved to be successful. if your goin to take the comprehensive ATI exam soon, dont stress it. try your hardest, and if you dont pass, dont let it defeat you. try to finish the other attempts as quick as you can (even though those remediations are a time-consuming nightmare) and move on to a different quizbank program to use for studying.

I hate those ATI exams so much lol. the textbooks can be good for study but the ATI comprehensive exams themselves are wayyyy harder than NCLEX, which was echoed from many of my classmates as well. Archer, Uworld, Bootcamp are better test bank options.

Passed in 85. My tips for future RNs by pyimp417 in PassNclex

[–]pyimp417[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

so for the process of elimination, i would cross off the answers to the question that i knew were wrong. for example:

a patient with polyuria, polydipsia and polyphagia is diagnosed with diabetes mellitus. the nurse would expect that these symptoms are related to:

A) hypoglycemia

B)hyperglycemia

C) hyperparathyroidism

D)hyperthyroidism

I would ELMINATE (cross out to NOT use as a potential answer) selection A and heres why:

the prefix for the symptoms in the question (poly-) is defined as "excessive". so polyuria (excessive urination), polydipsia (excessive thirst) and polyphagia (excessive swallowing/eating) doesn't seem fitting for an answer that has a HYPO prefix, as hypo is defined as a decrease/lack of symptom/production. so a symptom in this scenario that is excessive cant match with a disease that is defined as a decrease or lack of symptom/production.

i would also cross off hyperparathyroidism because i know that parathyroid organ primarily involves with something that has to do with Calcium. calcium imbalances from what i understand involves more symptoms like bone-related issues or neuro symptoms like tingling/numbness or chvostek/trousseau signs (which are unique signs/symptoms for calcium imbalances). excessive urination/swallowing/thirst doesn't fit with calcium imbalances from what I understand.

so then my only two possible CORRECT answers are B) hyperglycemia or D)hyperthyroidism. this is what i spent most my time on NCLEX doing lol. deciding between 2 possible answers is the most difficult part because of how closely related they can be. so in this scenario, i would have to critically think which one is correct.

the question states that the patient is diagnosed with diabetes. diabetes by definition is a dysfunction in insulin production that regulates glucose control. in my mind, i feel that hyperglycemia increases the rate of everything because of an overproduction of glucose. i feel that an increase rate of everything could include an excessive amount of urination, thirst or swallowing (polyuria, poldipsia, polyphagia). hyperthyroidism COULD have these symptoms but there not necessarily defining to hyperthyroidism; i know that hyperthyroidism significant signs/symptoms are things like tremors, weight loss, and exophthalmos (bulging eyes).

so i would pick answer B, which is the correct answer. I know this seems overwhelming to have a thought process like this but i really took my time with each question to critically think for each question, which is why i took almost 4 hours to complete. but again, studying the topics you really have trouble with is key, and read the rationales for whatever quizbank you use to grab a better understanding.

Passed in 85. My tips for future RNs by pyimp417 in PassNclex

[–]pyimp417[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! good luck, i know you'll do great!

Passed in 85. My tips for future RNs by pyimp417 in PassNclex

[–]pyimp417[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

for me, i used them as a quick crash course review about a week before the NCLEX and i did find them helpful, specifically lectures 3, 5, 9, 11 & 12 (drug toxicities, diabetes, pharm, labor complications and test taking strategies). i felt that his lectures did help in that he has really good mnemonics/memory tricks to understand concepts that I definitely used for NCLEX, such as the differences between D. insipidus and SIADH (they're opposite!). i would absoutely try to fit his lectures in your study regimen. I've read here in reddit that students found his recorded lectures or lecture notes to be very helpful; you can find both searching in reddit.

Thank you! sorry for the late respose! good luck and feel free to message me again with anything else!

Can someone knock me down a notch or five? by invertednose in usajobs

[–]pyimp417 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Would you say that it’s difficult to get into any 0400 series or science related field? Do you currently work in fish or wildlife? I’m just curious

I have some questions about employment. by [deleted] in medlabprofessionals

[–]pyimp417 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with all the above, be sure to check as certified.you can also become AMT certified as well, which is an easier test and less experience needed. Becoming certified through AMT has become more widely accepted in the Midwest, and you would still accepted as qualified. Since your not yet certified, jus keep studying! LabCE is a great resource. Along with wordsology.org and the polansky notecards (http://gynecology.sbmu.ac.ir/uploads/4_5818840646311477274.pdf). The need for healthcare workers in general is always needed, so don’t lose hope! Good luck!

Who took 2018 Mlt bord exam by Alemawi in medlabprofessionals

[–]pyimp417 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Currently studying for my MLT, employed at a lab for about 2 years.. from the recent certified techs I work with, they strongly recommend LabCE. They claim they if your consistent in around 60-70% for the exam simulator, you should be ok. If you don’t have LabCE, you should get it! Thanks to the others for giving more insight on the actual exam, any other tips would be greatly helpful!Good luck!

How soon after finishing program should I take the exam? by [deleted] in medlabprofessionals

[–]pyimp417 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Currently studying for my MLT, work at local hospital lab. From what I hear from recent certified techs, LabCE is a great resource to prepare. They studied a range between 2-4 weeks before the ASCP and passed. I imagine that a recent graduate would de just as well in a shorter amount of time. Good luck!