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Welcome to two new pages of content to help you succeed in the Nursing program. Read through both pages to learn some new strategies for studying and being prepared for all the tests you face. You can also print this contentPDF so it's easily accessible!

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Responsibility and Accountability: It is Up to You!
  • Positive mental attitude: Think in terms of “I want, I can, and I will!”
  • Stress management: Manage stress with techniques such as controlled breathing, muscle relaxation, and imagery.
  • Exercise and healthful diet: Eat well, especially prior to an exam.
Goal Setting and Time Management: Get it Together!

S.M.A.R.T. goal setting for developing and implementing study skills:
Specific: Who, what, where, why, and how
Measurable: How will I know if/when goal is accomplished?
Achievable: Doable goals that are attainable yet stretch you
Relevant: Short-term goals lead us to achieve long-term goals
Timely: Set realistic timeframes that are achievable (for example: "I will effectively study for my exam by preparing for lecture by reading my text, taking notes, studying each day, and using SMARTHINKING and/or ATI as learning tools.")

TIME MANAGEMENT:

  • Get organized: Create a master schedule with fixed and flexible activities and determine how to use your flexible time. Consider using your PDA for scheduling.
  • Develop self-discipline: Keep an activities journal listing what you do with your time for one week. Are you maximizing your time?
  • Learn to say no to requests on your time that you are unable to fulfill.
  • Use your time wisely: Be careful with your time on phone calls, texting, and television.

Critical Thinking: Learn and Practice, Practice and Learn!
  • Thinking aloud: Actively participate in lecture, classroom discussion, clinical pre- and post-conference, and laboratory scenarios.
  • Written assignments are important: Concept mapping, journaling, and care plans require critical thinking so put time into doing them well. Use these tools to study also; concept maps are great study tools!
  • Examinations: Learning opportunities that require you to integrate information, apply theory, analyze content, compare and contrast information, and give your response.

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