Since completing this class I can confidently say that UNE has prepared me for my NCLEX exam. The amount of time we have spent completing our ATI Assessments and Remediations was tedious but well worth it. From these exams, I have learned that I need to take time with each question. Even if I think I know the answer I should read every part of the question before moving on to the next. This will also help me identify any keywords within the question to help me. There may also be definitive words within the answers that should deter me away from that choice such as “only” and “always.” I learned these little tips and tricks throughout my countless hours of practice exams. As I started to implement these findings in my other classes, I noticed a 5-10 point increase on all of my exams compared to past semesters. This has increased my confidence dramatically and can help me on the NCLEX.
Even though I have spent a lot of time completing the ATI Assessments and Remediations, I have tried my best to incorporate self-care. For me, self-care is spending quality time with my friends and family, watching a TV show, or reading a book. These are all things that help me get my mind off of school. These are all strategies I can continue to use once I am working as a Registered Nurse. One activity I hope to add once I become a Nurse is to exercise more. I enjoy workout classes but have struggled with the financial side of things while I am in school. Throughout the semester, I’ve noticed that I have not felt well-rested when I do not exercise. Once I am working, I hope to get back into a more consistent exercise routine therefore fixing that problem. I hope to use the skills I have learned in this class to continue studying and working hard by myself before the big exam.
