The Pearls for NCLEX Review On-Demand Video Course Introduction T he NCLEX exam can be a frightening moment in any nurse’s career. Long hours of study, lecture, and clinicals have been finished and now comes the moment to take the big test. This knowledge-based AND strategies-based course is designed to prepare the registered and practical nurse student to take the NCLEX exam and be successful. It is also designed as a preparation course for the HESI if a college requires the student to take this as an exit exam. The segments cover all aspects of disease conditions and pathology, pharmacology, lab analysis, clinical correlation, and critical thinking needed to excel and pass! In addition, test-taking strategies and review questions are incorporated throughout to help find the most correct answer. The extensive 400-plus page text gives a comprehensive review of all aspects covered in the course and provides an invaluable study packet in addition to other resources the student will be using to prepare for the exam. Throughout the text are “bolded” drugs, labs, assessments, and facts the student should focus on for the exam. When a student takes a “live” course, it is offered over 3 full days. The on-line program is a total of 53 segments of approximately 30 minutes each to make the course manageable for the student. Each segment contains the lecture, audiovisuals to help the student “see” pathophysiology, assessment abnormalities, and diagnostic tests AND questions to reinforce the knowledge covered and test-taking hints. Students have access to the on-line course for a full three months after they complete their registration. Once a student purchases this course, an e-mail will be sent to them acknowledging receipt (within 24 hours) and within 1-2 business days, a packet will be mailed to them containing the course text, registration instructions, and extra study guides and materials. Topics Covered The extensive text gives a comprehensive review of all aspects covered in the three days and provides an invaluable study packet in addition to other resources the student will be using to prepare for the exam. Test taking hints Professional development Fundamental skills Principles of nutrition ! Mental health issues ! Endocrine system ! Pulmonary system ! Cardiovascular system ! Infections in acute care ! Renal and urological systems ! Acid base overview and review ! Musculoskeletal system ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Connective tissue disorders Neurological system Gastrointestinal system Accessory organs Reproductive system Maternity nursing Pediatrics Pharmacologic principles and medication administration ! Pharmacology for each body system reviewed ! Laboratory testing, normals, and abnormals to know for each system reviewed Each system and area covered will include sample NCLEX questions to validate knowledge acquired and to assist the student in critical thinking through the answers. Recent seminar participants had this to say about “The Pearls for NCLEX Review” “This session pulled all the things together I had learned in school and put them in an ‘easy to study’ format. The book was exceptional in helping me study for the exam.” “Great program and study guide. I feel way more prepared to take the HESI and NCLEX after this class.” “This answered some really pressing questions for me on content and how to take the exam. Review of many exam questions helped me to think like the writers of the exam.” “This was my 8th time to take the NCLEX exam. I had taken many other review courses and this one made it possible to fulfill my dream to become an RN.” “As I took my NCLEX exam, I was amazed at how many things we had discussed in the seminar were incorporated in the test. The helpful hints given during the session helped me to feel confident in my answers.” “As I took my NCLEX exam, I felt like the instructor was sitting beside me. Many things we had discussed in the seminar were also on the exam. The helpful hints given during the session helped me to feel confident in my answers and remember important information. And, yes I passed!” “This course gave me all the information needed to take the NCLEX. The book has everything in one place to study from. The slide show was great helping me visually see the diseases and pathophysiology. And all the hints were fantastic!” “This is one of the best classes I have ever taken! The instructor, review book and power point were absolutely fantastic! The course brought everything together and taught me so many valuable techniques to answer questions.” Educational Concepts, LLC is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Ohio Nurse’s Association. Visit our web site for CE activities, on-line programs and seminars. Cynthia Liette, MS, APRN, ACNS-BC, CCRN President and Principle Consultant P.O. Box 55 Coldwater, OH 45828 Phone: 419-305-3043 E-mail: info@edconcepts.net