Saunders Strategies for Success for the NCLEX-RN Examination [Paperback]

Linda Anne Silvestri PhD RN (Author), Angela Silvestri RN BSN BAS (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 141600095X | ISBN-13: 978-1416000952 | Publication Date: March 11, 2005

A part of Linda Silvestri's Pyramid to Success, this study and review tool is filled with general test-taking tips, strategies, and other indispensable information to help you prepare for BOTH the NCLEX-RN® examination and your nursing exams. Whether this is the first or last review product purchased, this book will help you feel well-prepared and confident as they get ready for the Boards or any exam throughout the nursing curriculum. It incorporates all-new information on the latest NCLEX-RN examination test plan, plus the new alternate item format questions. The text breaks down questions to illustrate not only a rationale for the answer, but also a strategy for tackling similar questions. A companion CD-ROM offers 500 questions, in addition to video clips from Linda Silvestri's seminar on test-taking strategies. It is designed for use alongside any Linda's NCLEX-RN review books.

Please check out these other great NCLEX-RN® review books from Linda Silvestri:

. Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-RN® Examination (9781416037088)
. Saunders Q & A Review for the NCLEX-RN® Exam (9780721603520)
. Saunders Q & A Review for the NCLEX-RN® Exam PDA Software Powered by Skyscape (9781416048510)
. Strategies for Alternate Item Formats for the NCLEX-RN® Exam (9781416038412)
. Saunders Q & A Review Cards for the NCLEX-RN® Exam (9781416047261)

• Short chapters and a casual writing style help students understand key concepts involved in preparing for the NCLEX-RN examination.
Two-color design with fun illustrations and cartoons help to lighten the reader's mood as they prepare.
Each chapter contains examples and analysis of questions to help illustrate particular strategies.
Pyramid Point notes emphasize important content related to the NCLEX-RN examination.
Alternate item formats are included throughout the text and CD-ROM to help students become accustomed to the new question styles.
Information about the new 2004 NCLEX-RN test plan is included in the book for reference.
A companion CD-ROM offers 500 questions, allowing students to customize quizzes and exams.

Editorial Reviews

Book Description

Valuable test-taking strategies and tips - with new information on the latest NCLEX-RN question formats!

Filled with tips and techniques to help you master the art of answering NCLEX-RN style questions

About the Author

Linda Anne Silvestri, MSN, RN, Assistant Professor of Nursing, Salve Regina University, Newport, RI; President, Nursing Reviews, Inc. and Professional Nursing Seminars, Inc., Charlestown, RI

Product Details

• Paperback: 368 pages
• Publisher: Saunders (March 11, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 141600095X
• ISBN-13: 978-1416000952
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #501,936 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Like a private tutor in your home, July 7, 2005

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C. Race (Upstate New York) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Saunders Strategies for Success for the NCLEX-RN Examination (Paperback)

This is by far the best review book I have come across. I just passed the NCLEX RN on my third try after reading Linda's book cover to cover twice. On my first two attempts, I had not heard about her book yet. Her strategies and hints are totally on the level, understandable, and there's no little games or tricks involved. It's plain English and lifts the NCLEX "veil" and the mystery to tackling this beast. It's also very affordable, no false promises involved. Use this with the Saunders Comprehensive Review Book for the NCLEX RN, keep doing review questions in the book and on the disks. They get easier and easier as you go along and your confidence will steadily increase. If you buy one review book before taking your boards, get this one. You won't regret it.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Read it NOW - it really helps!, March 11, 2006

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Inspir8tion (Los Angeles, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Saunders Strategies for Success for the NCLEX-RN Examination (Paperback)

I wish I had started reading this book at the beginning of nursing school. It would have been useful to help me figure out how to answer questions. My understanding has improved 100-fold since getting this book. I feel more and more confident with my tests and less anxious about taking the NCLEX once I graduate in May

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars this book helps a lot, February 21, 2008

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IRENE "RN-BSN" (Grand Blanc, MI, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Saunders Strategies for Success for the NCLEX-RN Examination (Paperback)

I wanted to pass the NCLEX the first time I did it. So I got this book to help and yes it did. There were more strategies in this book compared to other books or internet resources I used. For example, one of my weaknesses was answering medication questions. this book has a chapter dedicated to answering pharmacology questions. I reviewed the book a month before practicing any questions and the night before taking the NCLEX to make sure I used the strategies well.

Hope this helps anyone wanting to buy this book. You will not regret it.