8 Tips on How to Prepare for your NCLEX

1. Pay attention in class-Carry a notepad, and write notes in class. Anything you feel is important or the instructor seems to emphasize should go to your notes. later that evening study the notes and do a followup using a textbook to get an in depth understanding. 
2. Create Flash Cards- Flash cards are very important to put any important information for quick reference. There are websites such as quizlet.com and studystack.com which can help you create printable flash cards. create as many as possible and use them regularly. Alternatively, you can buy ready made nclex flashcards.
3. Get a Study Partner-Get a serious study partner with a good work ethic. Get a study partner who will push and motivate you to be better. Ideally you shouldn't choose a study partner who you are very close socially like your boyfriend or best friend. A study partner should be one who gets straight to the topic or subject of discussion and sticks to it without straying to other mundane issues or gossip.
4. Find a Suitable location- Find a suitable study location where you can study with little distraction. do not try to study in the kitchen, or in your living room while your brother is playing video games. Find a quiet place, like your room or the school library to study.
5. Buy Appropriate study material-Buy all the material will need for NCLEX Review, spare no expenses because the hard work you put in and the more study material you have the easier your life will get. Buy exam review books with sample quizzes and tests. Invest in NCLEX review Apps to help you review test questions on the go. You should give it 100% in order to reap the benefits.
6. Take simulated Tests-use your App or your NCLEX review to take as many quizzes and tests as possible. Simulate taking the actual test. sit for the required time and take a test that simulates NCLEX. This will make you comfortable with the test-taking process and help you gauge your understanding and iron out your weaknesses. make sure to go back and revise topics that you fail.
7. Minimize destructions-While you are preparing for your NCLEX you want to be able to soak everything that causes your mind to wander. Do not plan parties, vacations, trips or anything that will take your mind off the pending Test. Even a relationship that constantly worries you, or is rife with arguments, fights, accusations should be done with or put on pause. if you are in an unhealthy relationship this is the time to either walk away or ask for some space.
8. Get a goodnight sleep-If you plan on studying and learning the next day, get an early sleep. Create time to be able to get a solid 7-8 hour sleep, otherwise the next day you will miss a whole lot of new concepts because your brain isn't at 100%.

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