SOUTHERN STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM
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COURSE TITLE:
Preparation for the NCLEX-PN Exam
COURSE NUMBER: 127
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CATALOG PREFIX: PRAC
PRE-REQUISITES:
BIOL 205, BIOL 206, BIOL 207, CSCI 101, ENGL 101, PRAC 101,
PRAC 102, PRAC 103, PRAC 104, PRAC 108, PRAC 110, PRAC 111,
PRAC 112, PRAC 113
CO-REQUISITES:
PSYC 111, PRAC 105, PRAC 106
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CREDIT HOURS:
2
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COURSE DESCRIPTION:
An organized study seminar for practical nursing students preparing to take the National Council
Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). The course is designed to aid students
in recalling nursing principles and nursing care for commonly encountered health problems
throughout the life span. Methods to improve test-taking skills and relieve test anxiety are
included.
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ADOPTED TEXT(S):
Miller, Judith C. (2002). Delmar’s NCLEX-PN Review. 1st Ed., Clifton Park, NY: Thomson
Delmar Learning. ISBN 0-7668-0299-X
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COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of the course the student will be able to:
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Develop an individualized study plan in preparation for the NCLEX-PN.
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Answer NCLEX-type questions with confidence.
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Identify strengths and weaknesses to determine further study needs.
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Relate how to take a timed exam.
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Determine appropriate planning and scheduling review and study time.
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Demonstrate use of test-taking skills when taking practice exams.
COURSE METHODOLOGY:
Discussion, lecture, self-assessment exercises, audiovisual materials.
SSCC/PRAC 127/Syllabus/Winter 2007
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GRADING:
Successful completion will be indicated by the grade of “S”;
Unsuccessful completion will be indicated by the grade of “U”.
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COURSE OUTLINE:
Test Taking and Study Skills
Nursing Through the Life Cycle
General Nursing Concepts
Nutrition
Laboratory Tests
Infection Control
Pharmacology
Oncology Nursing
Emergency Nursing
Geriatric Nursing
Mental Health Nursing
Management Principles & Legal Issues in Nursing
Medical Surgical Nursing
Pediatric Nursing
Maternity & Gynecological Nursing
Sandra Smith AssessTest
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OTHER REQUIRED TEXTS, SOFTWARE, & MATERIALS:
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EVALUATION:
None.
Knowledge is evaluated through written practice exams and class discussion. To successfully
complete this course the student must:
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demonstrate attendance (no more than one absence)
(2 partially missed classes = 1 absence)
participate in discussions and activities;
complete all in-class practice exams;
complete Meds Publishing NCLEX-PN Success:
Complete the following Assessment exams (not practice exams)
1. Medical-Surgical Exam 1 (75 questions)
2. Medical-Surgical Exams 2 (75 questions)
3. Pharmacology Exam 1 (50 questions)
4. Pharmacology Exam 2 (50 questions)
5. Final Exam 1 (85 questions)
6. Final Exam 2 (85 questions)
7. Final Exam 3 (125 questions)
8. Final Exam 4 (15 questions)
9. One of your choice
10. One of your choice
Submit the Personal Performance Analysis for each exam on Tuesday, February 20 at 0900,
in a folder (all 10 Personal Performance Analyses).
SSCC/PRAC 127/Syllabus/Winter 2007
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SPECIFIC MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS: None.
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OTHER INFORMATION
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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.