Because Your Seat in that Class was not a Mistake There will be a moment — maybe during your first clinical rotation, maybe the night before a pharmacology exam, maybe when your classmate rattles off a perfect answer and you can’t remember the difference between systolic and diastolic — when a voice in your head... Continue Reading →
You Can't Pour from an Empty Cup: Nursing school will test you mentally, emotionally, and physically. Self-care isn't selfish—it's essential to becoming the kind of nurse your patients need. Recognize the Warning Signs: Constant exhaustion, irritability, difficulty concentrating, loss of motivation, changes in appetite or sleep, or feeling emotionally numb. If you notice any of... Continue Reading →
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You're studying for hours, but barely remembering anything. Sound familiar? If you're a nursing student, you already know the struggle: You've got pharmacology flashcards scattered across your desk, Med-Surg notes that look like hieroglyphics, clinical rotations that leave you exhausted, and an exam looming that could make or break your semester. So you do what... Continue Reading →
Study Smarter, Not Harder: Nursing exams test application, not just memorization. Here are evidence-based study techniques that align with how nurses think: Active Recall Over Passive Reading: Close your book and explain the concept out loud. If you can't, you don't know it yet. Flashcards, practice questions, and teaching others promote active recall. Practice NCLEX-Style... Continue Reading →
My NCLEX Story 