Week 3 Study Plan At Sadenwalden University

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This study source was downloaded by from CourseHero.com on :20:41 GMT -05:00 2 Week 3: Study Plan Many elements go into preparing for tests. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, we will have to take a test that gives us licensure to treat patients. Test-taking skills are a crucial aspect of passing our boards. Knowing our strengths and weaknesses can help us understand where we need to focus and what we are comfortable leaving behind.

The purpose of this paper is to address the strengths and weaknesses from the Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification practice exam. Strengths and Opportunities for Improvement The results of the test indicated my strengths are in psychopharmacology. Although I do not understand many medications and dosages yet, I can eliminate specific answers, and I typically pick the correct one. I also noticed I did well in psychotherapy questions. I enjoyed that class and my clinical rotation, so I feel I could get a lot of knowledge from that.

My biggest weakness is ethical and legal practices and anything having to do with pediatric patients. Smart Goals 1. I will perform at least 100 pediatric, ethical, and legal practices questions every week with a goal score of 80%. To be able to complete this task, I will: a.) Sign up for the “Pocket Prep†website and review questions there. b.) Do 20 questions a day throughout the week. 2. I will create a list of questions I missed from the test, study the rationales, and practice similar questions on other test banks for a goal score of 80%. To achieve this goal, I will: a.) Study 2-3 legal and ethical principles daily and pediatric treatments. b.) Make flashcards from the content studies and use them throughout the week to review. 3. I will purchase a review book and read it by the end of the semester, focusing on the areas of weaknesses as noted above. To accomplish this goal; I will: a.) Divide the chapter into sections and focus on my areas of weakness. b.) Take notes and create index cards to carry with me to study throughout the day. c.) Take the tests at the end of the chapters with a goal of 80%. Resources and Study Plan To accomplish my goals, I will need resources to help guide me. I am fortunate that I will sign up for Georgette’s PMHNP Certification Review Course that I will plan to take in the Spring term. I will also purchase ANA’S online PMHNP Practice IQ questions. My goal is to retain all the information I have learned and continue to learn. I can do this is to listening to videos that I have downloaded from YouTube and listening to them on my way to work. Conclusion Since taking the practice test last week, I have been able to identify areas that I need to focus on legal and ethical practices and pediatric treatments. To improve my test-taking and knowledge skills, I came up with three goals to help implement throughout this semester. Practicing 100 questions, purchasing a review book, and creating questions from missed areas will help with my retention and eventually with the passing of my boards. This study source was downloaded by from CourseHero.com on :20:41 GMT -05:00 4

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The preparation for licensure as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) involves comprehensive study strategies tailored to enhance knowledge and test-taking skills. A self-assessment of strengths and weaknesses provides a foundation to construct an effective study plan. Based on personal practice exam results, my primary strengths lie in psychopharmacology and psychotherapy. I demonstrate confidence in my ability to identify correct medications and understand psychotherapeutic principles, which are crucial components of the certification exam.

Conversely, my notable weaknesses are in ethical and legal considerations, particularly concerning pediatric populations. These areas require focused attention because legal and ethical principles underpin safe and effective clinical practice, especially in vulnerable groups such as children. Addressing these gaps is vital to passing the certification exam and ensuring competence in clinical practice.

SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals serve as a blueprint for systematic improvement. My first goal is to complete at least 100 practice questions related to pediatric, ethical, and legal topics weekly, aiming for a minimum score of 80%. To achieve this, I plan to utilize resources like the Pocket Prep app, dedicating approximately 20 questions daily to reinforce learning. Regular review of rationales for missed questions will help deepen understanding and improve future performance.

My second goal involves creating a targeted study guide by listing questions I previously answered incorrectly, studying the rationales thoroughly, and practicing similar questions from other test banks. This process will focus on 2-3 ethical or legal concepts daily and pediatric treatments, supplemented by flashcards to facilitate active recall and reinforce learning. Consistent review will help internalize these principles and increase confidence.

The third goal emphasizes acquiring and thoroughly studying a comprehensive review book. I intend to divide the chapters into manageable sections aligned with identified weak areas, taking notes and creating index cards for daily review. After studying each section, I will test myself by answering end-of-chapter questions, striving for an 80% score to ensure retention and understanding.

To support these goals, I will leverage diverse resources such as Georgette’s PMHNP Certification Review Course scheduled for the upcoming spring semester, alongside online practice questions from the American Nurses Association (ANA). Listening to educational videos from YouTube during commutes will augment visual and auditory learning modalities, further reinforcing knowledge outside traditional study sessions. Participating in study groups with peers can facilitate discussion, clarify concepts, and foster accountability.

Evaluating my progress will be ongoing through regular self-assessment and adjusting goals as needed. As I improve in my weaker areas, I will re-assess my study methods and increase difficulty levels of practice questions to simulate exam conditions. The ultimate aim is to build a robust knowledge base, sharp test-taking skills, and confidence to succeed in the certification exam.

In conclusion, targeted study strategies, resource utilization, and continuous assessment are essential components to prepare effectively for the PMHNP certification exam. Focusing on weaknesses while reinforcing strengths will optimize my readiness, fostering both professional competence and successful board examination performance.

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