PNN 230 - NCLEX PN Review

Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech

This course is designed to thoroughly prepare the student for the practical nursing licensure exam. It covers essential nursing content from all core clinical areas, nursing process/clinical judgment model and client need categories. Students will have the opportunity to develop and improve their test-taking skills through computer simulations and practice tests. Extensive student performance evaluation is provided throughout the course to aid in identifying and strengthening necessary content areas.
Prerequisite: BIO 168 , BIO 173 , ENG 105 , PSY 121 , PNN 108 , PNN 151 , PNN 159 , MAT 156
Prerequisite OR Corequisite: PNN 228
Corequisite: PNN 229
Competencies

Examine the concepts of holistic care to self
1. Summarize the relationship between personal wellness, emotional health, and test taking skills.
2. Outline skills that can be used to enhance testing performance
Demonstrate the knowledge of an entry- level professional nurse
1. Recall the knowledge, skills, and understanding of health and illness concepts required for entry into professional nursing
2. Illustrate a plan to enhance professional growth
Take part in professional communication
1. Utilize communication to enhance professional development.
2. Outline personal plan of study for the NCLEX-PN
Prioritize self-care and safety concepts to self
1. Evaluate own anxiety and stress related to high stakes testing
2. Choose strategies to manage anxiety and stress during high stakes testing
Apply clinical judgement knowledge
1. Demonstrate clinical judgment knowledge to the care of individuals, families, and communities
2. Make use of nursing knowledge

Competencies Revised Date: AY2025