HOW I STUDY in NURSING SCHOOL | Getting A’s on all my exams!

[@quinnellis559]

THANK YOU Dominique! I'm a first-semester nursing student and was getting low 80's and even a mid 70's on my exams, after watching your vids and changing up my study techniques, I received my first A this morning! Foreal, THANK YOU!

[@DominiqueDooley]

I love this for you! Your welcome! Best of luck to you! 🙌🏽

[@iamirey3004]

i havent even graduated highschool but we preparing over here !!!!

[@DominiqueDooley]

Your never too early! I lovveee this energy! I wish you the best of luck 💕

[@iamirey3004]

@@DominiqueDooley AHHHH I LOVE THE SUPPORT OMGGGG MY HEART IS MELTING THANK YOU SO MUCH !!!!

[@taliuniquegames1570]

@@iamirey3004 awww

[@christimondra7443]

sameee!!

[@YourFavoriteKandie]

Same

[@jerri9429]

PRACTICE QUESTIONS, PRACTICE QUESTIONS, PRACTICE QUESTIONS!!! Make sure you have a study guide ready for review a week before your exam and half way through that week, you start practicing questions. BEST decision I have ever made :)

[@missionnoel6753]

Where do you get the practice questions from?

[@jerri9429]

@@missionnoel6753 Saunders and quizlet

[@Neesha242]

Did you review and study the information before doing the practice test or did you study from the practice test question?

[@MsLadytray]

Record your lecture, answer the questions throughout the chapter, at the end if the chapter, get a book to record all the drugs, side effects,what it treats so you can have it in hand.

[@DominiqueDooley]

Yessssss, I love these tips 💓 only thing is just make sure it’s okay to record your lecture, ask or read your syllabus bc I know people who’ve gotten in really big trouble 😶 I love how everyone is sharing tips in the comment section ☺️

[@MsLadytray]

@@DominiqueDooley oh I just pulled out my recorder lol. Didn't know you could get in trouble.

[@DominiqueDooley]

Yeah depends on the school of course, just be careful ❤️ but def a good idea I did it for for Pharmacology!

[@Emily-me7kj]

What I did to help me with some of my classes (especially for my pre-req Anatomy class) is I used Kahoot and made them so I could practice. I used questions from the book, power points, and made my own. It was great as I’m a visual person and I could add in pictures. It made me go from getting a 36 on my first Anatomy exam to a 96. I like repetition, so it helped drill it in for me in a fun manner. Plus it was a big hit as study groups.

[@1babygirlg]

Awesome cause I just failed my first exam and I need tips! What else did you you do?

[@rayvlogs5073]

I’m going to do this. However my teacher said he likes for us to study our powerpoints. How can I go about it like that

[@javangelinemagee7584]

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[@poetrywoman5090]

Yessss girl!!! I do the same thing.

[@mikaelaisaninja]

honestly to retain information, usually you need to read, write down, say it out loud, hear it. you need to have the information in your brain to recall it. also get enough sleep and make sure you're eating!

[@camalw7742]

Love your tips I do the flash card concept with Quizlet it’s so amazing

[@camalw7742]

@Maria Riley no I’m only in my first semester of nursing school

[@Thinkslikemakeup]

This is great advice my school doesn’t give any material like PowerPoints, notes, or study guides. Basically if our exam is on 8 chapters we have no assistance to what to expect it’s really challenging but I’m making in through!

[@DominiqueDooley]

Thank you & wow, I assumed all schools get some type of outline for chapters! 😩 yes, you go girl! You’ve been doing it so keep going 💕

[@DanielleJenai]

A good option is making the objectives of the chapter a question and then find the answer in the book. Same as the ones used in the syllabus

[@nattouch5973]

Sounds like my school.

[@ishotthemoon30]

@@DanielleJenai Agreed. My mom once told me to read the learning objectives (set by the professor) for each chapter or module and base my study guide off of that. (Im not sure if schools do this but i appreciate mine for doing this).

[@nasreenabbasi469]

How do you learn from just the book. Like what works best for you

[@amariyaik]

For paperless students that still want flash cards I suggest getting the app quizlet you can make your own study sets and quiz yourself and the can be on digital flash cards plus it’s free

[@AshlleighLynn]

Make sure you do the questions at the end of the text book too. I see those on test often!💞

[@DominiqueDooley]

Tell em sis 💓

[@daliisajohnson9209]

I’m in my final semester of my ADN program and this video definitely helped me get back on track and ready for my NCLEX. Thanks girl !!!

[@DominiqueDooley]

Yessssss! We love to hear it, definitely keep me updated ❤️

[@soleiljolie70]

How long did it take you to complete the ADN program?

[@hopegandara3363]

I failed my first semester. Fundamentals killed me! I’ll be re-doing semester 1 soon! Thank you for this video!

[@asiahobson6119]

I now wish I would’ve gave myself more time 🤦🏾‍♀️ going through an accelerated program there’s no time to do much of anything and retaining that much information in such a short amount of time is doable but extremely difficult

[@hopemarie5357]

just started nursing school this year. one tip for regions and quadrants its important to do a table and put the organs you will find under the different body regions.

[@tiffaneegreen2967]

I am in my 3rd semester of nursing school and my goal is to make an A. This information is so helpful thank you so much.

[@ms.penguin6252]

I'm scared. I'm in fourth semester and I failed my second exam. I'll let you know if I pass. I'm so scared.

[@kiarastevens6688]

Girlllll this is the video we ALL needed. I just got accepted into my uni nursing program... and these tips are going to be use FOR SURE. you are God sent. Thank you. & I hope you do well in nursing school!

[@DominiqueDooley]

thank u beautiful 🥺 I hope these tips helped you & many others! Best wishes to you in your semester as well also, congratulations on the acceptance babe ❤️

[@aliciaaejah]

At 1:50 you mentioned listen to audios. Since we’re listening to the audios before class lectures. What audios are you referring to?? Does the professor give audios before hand? A high school junior here just preparing myself.

[@Jas-lj5cu]

Some professors link videos, examples, etc for some topics

[@aliciaaejah]

@@Jas-lj5cu thank you ♥️

[@Jas-lj5cu]

@Maria Riley yes iu am

[@rebecca894]

I really really love your videos, I enjoy watching them. I like the way you're so detailed, immediately I watched your video I subscribed. Thanks for the tip, I'm so happy to have found you.

[@DominiqueDooley]

Thank you so much ❤️ I’m so glad you enjoy my content!

[@sophymao]

Thank you for the great tips! My favourite tip is to focus on 3 concepts a day and to study them in depth. A simple tip but so helpful.

[@DominiqueDooley]

of course 💞 I love that advice!

[@missionnoel6753]

What do you mean by concepts? Like chapters?

[@koi1451]

Yasssss girl! I just completed my first semester but mostly received B’s and C’s. I studied hard and ended with a B average (barely) due to me not being able to find a way to retain the information. Thank you 😁

[@DominiqueDooley]

Well I hope this video, other videos & future videos help! 💓 you GOT this!

[@paigemya]

Any updates on how you did in later semesters?? Like did you end up using these tips??💜

[@koi1451]

@@paigemya When I made this comment, I just completed my first semester. Now I'm in my 4th and final semester. My advice to you is once you study and read material put it into practice by doing practice questions. Once you have done the "input" process you need to do an "output" to retain and learn the information. Also, when you are studying make sure you go over the things that you don't know too well. We tend to gravitate towards the things that we feel comfortable with. :) I hope this helps!!!

[@paigemya]

@@koi1451 Thank you so much, that helped a lot! Congrats on almost getting through nursing school!

[@priscillaperez5941]

This literally brought me to tears. Exactly what I needed to hear and learn. I was used to not studying hard for classes in high school and I just finished my first year of Pre-reqs (and by the grace of god) didn’t completely get my butt handed to me. I feel it in my soul that nursing is for me. I needed your direct communication and no sugar coating.

[@nursingwithtiana]

1 more semester of pre-reqs but I will start utilizing these now. Thank you ❤️

[@DominiqueDooley]

Yes girl, start getting in the habit now! 🌸💪🏽 but congrats! 1 semester is going to F L Y !

[@CinemaDoll137]

I find that I have little time to even set aside to put together my study material. I'll put in my agenda from the time i know we have an exam to do my flashcards but aren't able to complete them until 3-4 days before the exam. What I'm going to try doing is write out at least 5 flashcards a day for each exam then study them as time goes on so I don't feel overwhelmed to do 30+ flashcards for a single exam.

[@DominiqueDooley]

That’s actually really smart! Doing a few flash cards a day! What I usually do is just do them all as I’m going through the chapter! I’m going to try this! 💕 have a goal for each day! But nursing school is definitely time management and learning how to get at least some of everything done a day!

[@Nursetee15]

That’s an awesome strategy Hillary

[@jreamofjeannie]

Ohhhhh that’s a good idea....trying it!

[@CinemaDoll137]

@Maria Riley Yup, I've passed all my exams including the NCLEX on my first try. I've been a nurse for a year now.

[@youkendehunique6317]

I'm definitely a flash card/visual learner for sure, I start my first semester of nursing school in a few weeks and will definitely purchase a ton of flashcards.

[@DominiqueDooley]

Omg congratulations sis 💗& flashcards is the one thing I do not see myself giving up, I love them so much lol 🥺

[@gapeach14]

Me too I use them for Bible study.

[@itiswhatitis63]

Noted! Thank you!

[@bitoh2790]

New subscriber! I joined nursing school and thank you so much! I'm gonna follow all your steps🙏

[@ssafariyt66]

Making low 70's smh

[@jamaicanbsnrn]

Great tips!✨ I did love using different color pens & still do til this day lol. You’re going to do awesome.🙌🏾 God bless🌸

[@DominiqueDooley]

Thank you 💓

[@MrsAndrews]

Started nursing school today, and I need all the strategies I can get! Thanks. 👌🏽💕

[@DominiqueDooley]

Awesome sauce, I hope you had a great first day 💕

[@gisellealicea9920]

Hey Dominique thank you for all you do you are amazing. I took the learning style test and found out that I am An auditory/. Visual learner Thank you so much this is gonna be so helpful for me when I go back to school. I also want to become a nurse.

[@Nursetee15]

Good advice and hang in there!

[@DominiqueDooley]

Thank u 💓

[@paigeandcedsister]

You could also get a dry erase board and write it out without looking

[@eternalhonesty]

Space repetition and brain dumps

[@jreamofjeannie]

Who else waitin on the notes how to like 👩🏾‍💻✍🏾

[@DominiqueDooley]

It’s definitely on the way ❤️❤️

[@TooBlessedMaya]

Awesome tips Dom! I love flash cards tooo quizlet is my best friend! Can’t wait to see how you take notes on your iPad , because I’m in the process of transitioning to digital notes as well. 💕

[@DominiqueDooley]

Yesssss quizlet is a banger! This week I’ll be getting to those study videos! I’m going to get ahead this spring break and it’s perfect timing to film so I can go slow and talk through for the video! 🤍 thank you babes!!

[@arianabasurto4281]

How do you make flash cards???

[@arianabasurto4281]

Can you show us one of your flash cards

[@DominiqueForever]

Yes honey , I needed this I start my LPN program in October! By the way I just love your name girl 😌☺️💁🏽‍♀️

[@DominiqueDooley]

October will be here before you know it! I wish you the best of luck 💓 & your name sounds familiar 🤔🤪

[@growingthefamilyfourup9214]

How long did you have to wait for your acceptance letter

[@ItsMaricruz]

I’m scared for clinicals. I’m not used to talking to patients yet and I’m shy, my anxiety impedes my memory. Also I haven’t found a way to read the huge textbooks, there is just too much detail in them!!!

[@ChatiseE]

how'd it go?

[@brenduuhh2000]

Hopefully it’s been going great but I’d recommend reading the summary’s at the end of each chapter and focus on your PowerPoints!

[@funmidawodu8006]

literally same. it's so hard to make friends when you never know what to say and are quiet

[@JemferMree]

Girl you have a future in education

[@DominiqueDooley]

Thank you! I definitely see myself teaching one day 📚❤️

[@chinkz6375]

Girl just become a professor at this point ! Im loving the advice and your comforting demeanor. Very mature for your age💙

[@jessicadunaway3242]

Thank you so much for this girl! I am in nursing school as well and your methods have helped me a ton! Also you are beautiful inside and out! ❤️

[@DominiqueDooley]

Thank you gorgeous; I’m so happy I could help 💕

[@murdersherose]

I’m literally in love with everything about you! It’s amazing how another person can really help you look at things differently. God bless you my love you are truly blessed and I love to see it. You’re videos been very helped!! Thank you! xo I enrolled myself back to school last month for winter 2021 Diagnostic Medical Sonography A.A.S and I’m overwhelmed as hell wondering if I made the right choice after not knowing what I want to do since I graduated hs 2016. I’m 24 now so I feel like that’s it I need to just go for it. 🎉

[@ivydixon4893]

Thank you so much!!

[@LondasBookClub]

Thank you so much for this video!! It came right on time. I failed 2 of my 1st exams 🤬& I’m struggling to figure out what I need to change to be successful. 🤯I will definitely put these tips into 👩🏾‍💻practice 🤞🏾

[@DominiqueDooley]

Yes, just remember it’s doable! I will be back next week with the notes video so definitely look for those! If there’s anything i can help with my DM is always open! 💕

[@tiararn]

Yolanda M do practice questions!! After studying. I am a LPN and a 3rd semester student and I found that no matter how much I study, I need to do practice questions to get comfortable with the nursing school/nclex style questions. This has helped me in both nursing programs so far!

[@DominiqueDooley]

Yes! That was a tip i stated in the video, the questions are amazing!

[@kandacenoire]

How’s it been?

[@miriamchinnyp]

Very insightful 👍

[@iloveahsharah]

What do you mean read the textbook?? I’ve struggled with that, The chapters are long. How do you pick out what’s important out of the textbook ?

[@microbiologyit]

“What’s important out of the textbook?”- Write down the main topics your instructor covers in class and additional topics and terms that may be on the PowerPoint slides. Find those same topics and terms in your textbook and read and study about them. “The chapters are long”- Divide the chapter into sections. For example, a chapter may have 16 pages and you want to complete the chapter in 4 days. Then you’ll have 4 pages to read and study each of the 4 days. This takes away from the stress and being overwhelmed.

[@iloveahsharah]

@@microbiologyit okay I get it, but one more thing. How do you manage your time with 3-4 chapters ? If one chapter broken up, would sometimes take an an estimated 4 days

[@iloveahsharah]

@chloeanna8421 I’m in my last semester sooo I’m doing good lol I don’t know how I got this far but I’m doing it

[@iloveahsharah]

@chloeanna8421 Yes of Course why wouldn’t I?

[@amberbrown6012]

1 more prerequisite before applying for the RN program! Thank you sm for the video ❤️

[@DominiqueDooley]

yaaaayyyyy! Keep me updated on your journey! 💗 & of course, your more than welcome!

[@giyonnabowens599]

Girl, I'm about to start Anat & Physio, thank you for the tips, wish me luck!!! 💁🏾‍♀️

[@daniellesomers7982]

I start nursing school in September ❤️❤️❤️

[@NURSEPAULINERN]

Thanks for sharing this very interesting video 😊

[@gitanjalisingh3039]

Hiya- this dating bzck to four years ago. Have you completed your nursing? I am panicking😅

[@callie5233]

Thanks so much, I tried to cram in Sem 1 and regret it now because it didn't go in my head in the last minutes. I got 3.65 gpa but like i know i can do much better. I'll apply these tips in sem 2!!

[@db9893]

Last semester of pre-requesites and I'm mad I didn't get these tips sooner😑

[@kenishaperigord6564]

Thanks you. Very helpful.

[@kaylaofficialll6036]

I started nursing school but to study out of my text book was so hard cause I was wondering how I will memorize all of that note .....but instead I just write down the important part and write the different concept my own words so I can understand much better but I'm neverous about my test coming up Saturday but I can't cause I have to stay positive 💯

[@BB-fb3jb]

Hi! are you talking about topic within the chapter? just wanna confirm

[@roxsandbebbs2715]

Very helpful!

[@sindy8945]

Hi I will be starting my first semester this fall. I’ve heard people say read all the chapters and some say it’s impossible to read 8 chapters. My question is how do we read 8 chapters, write notes, and have enough time to do other before class ? Do we read what is in PowerPoints? Skim through the book?

[@Rasona87]

Nice job big gurl🥰

[@naishaj.394]

Yes a beautiful sister giving real info and keeping it real🥰subscribed😌keep it up girl

[@DominiqueDooley]

Thank you gorgeous 😍💓

[@verundeepsidhu]

Omg I just came across your channel and now I'm binging all these videos! I just finished recording a whole bunch of nursing videos that will be getting posted in August/September and it's crazy how similar all this stuff was! I def agree with flashcards, they are super helpful and reading prior makes a huge difference !! Love your channel girl, keep it up :)

[@DominiqueDooley]

thank u so much 💗

[@fitnessbabe7958]

New subscriber. Can you do a video on your skin care and what makeup products you use. Your soo beautiful!

[@sidsolovelyyy9714]

First semester here i am

[@kaitlynfrazier5709]

using these tips for next exam next thursday! ❤️ praying for a good grade 😂👩🏼‍⚕️💗

[@DominiqueDooley]

I hope they help, definitely keep me updated!! 💕 YOU GOT THIS GIRL!

[@georgiasouthee3690]

This is so helpful! Thank you so much! I just got accepted into nursing school for next year and I’ve been watching soooo many videos and every single one of them has stressed me out and made me doubt myself but after watching your video I am confident in myself that I’m going to do just fine!

[@isatakamara1221]

girl I am fighting for my life in my first semester of nursing school right now 😭😭. will be trying these!

[@brittanyk8753]

The VARK questionnaire was very helpful to figuring out my learning style.

[@taylorwinbush3052]

you’re literally saving my life right now omg ❤️

[@tianapryce1453]

New Subscriber Here! I’m starting nursing school next month and you gave me some serious motivation ❤️

[@tattednursexo6058]

I love these study tips, most definitely about to start doing this..

[@DominiqueDooley]

Yes let me know how they work out for you! ❤️

[@tiannamaee]

I love your channel!! So happy I came across it ♥️

[@DominiqueDooley]

I’m happy you like it 💓 thank u!!

[@ceceruben6113]

Great video! Im so nervous i start in june and have a 2 year old and 9 month old! The balance is gonna be crazy stressful 😭

[@DominiqueDooley]

Thank u & yes balance/time management is going to have to be something that you master but I know u can do it. It’s definitely doable 💓

[@beautynbrains3550]

Omg I start in June too and I’m so stressed. 😭😩

[@kandacenoire]

Girl god bless lol -fellow toddler mom and single

[@beautynbrains3550]

@Anna Amelia yes I did pass the exam

[@stephisrevenge1546]

I’m in nursing school and really need to find a way to effectively study

[@jimmy2923]

I just started and it's so hard, I just want to quit. I feel like I'm just not understanding anything and I'm not smart enough for this career. I wanna give up so bad man, I have no clue how to take notes, study or anything.

[@BehindTheBeauty100]

I’ve been feeling that way as well and school just started. I’m trying to go into Sonography though and I’ve been doubting my abilities :/

[@jimmy2923]

@@BehindTheBeauty100 Yea, I totally understand, it's even more difficult now that most of our hands-on programs are done online. I'm just praying over and over again, I also plan to schedule tutoring every week for my subjects. My friend just graduated from her sonography program, she said it was difficult but in the end, it's all worth it, she loves her job.

[@missionnoel6753]

SAME 🥺🥺, I just started as well and it is hard 😭😭. I felt the same way, not knowing if I was smart enough to be in this profession. I failed my first 3 exams so far 🥺🥺🥺. I feel like giving up.

[@jimmy2923]

@@missionnoel6753 Hi! I promise it gets easier. After my first test I was able to find out what worked for me! I'm now graduated, passed boards and working as a nurse. Don't give up, for sure there are gonna be tears, breakdowns but you got this!!

[@eileen66]

Could you please explain what you meant by study in portions? Do I only study one third of my flashcards in one day then another third and another third, then on day 4 study all of them together and repeat?

[@DominiqueDooley]

That is correct! 👏🏽

[@monasialee5972]

I’m currently in my first semester in Nursing school. My instructor gives out the powerpoints a few days before we go over them in class. We do not have an audio like your class does so how can I change around my steps to still be able to do how you explain?

[@nani5011]

I failed 2 test already!!! Pray for me

[@pb4ugo19]

How are you doing now?

[@michellemorrison216]

I could not find you on Instagram.

[@DominiqueDooley]

@dominiquecorrine ❤️

[@kianjayceballosvillahermos7141]

I am a fresh nursing aspirants this school year amidst this new rules protocol. I only study it virtually and a huge knowledge gap happened since i was a lazy during my previous school years. Then i decide to take this field intentionally. I did all the ways to learned effectively, but doesn't work. Is it natural ? I was a having a hard time to master A&P eagerly and my brain cannot hold with it. any more tips? i want to become a doctor sooner but my current situation here in 1st year level in nursing. It took my life i guess xdxd Thanks :)

[@mindy0033]

Have you tried Anki? If you have, what did you think of it? Thanks! Great video 💕

[@DominiqueDooley]

thank u 💕 & nope I’ve never tried it; however, I just searched it and it seems pretty cool! I’ll give it a try!

[@beautynbrains3550]

I have tried Anki for my anatomy class and it worked wonders.

[@beautynbrains3550]

@Anna Amelia yes, I passed with 75 questions.

[@rosaliekuhn1987]

What exactly are you writing when taking notes? I feel like I'm writing too much when I took notes

[@DominiqueDooley]

Hey, I created concept maps in order to help with what to pull from the textbook! You can find them on my website 💻💕 www.DCDGalore.com

[@Tracy.22]

@@DominiqueDooley Are you still selling your concept maps? I would like to purchase.

[@roxsandbebbs2715]

I might try nursing school oneday

[@asia1996]

I know the study in depth thing but we have exams every other week

[@jasrich841]

What are some apps that you have found to be helpful for school in general as well as for nursing school?

[@DominiqueDooley]

I’ll be doing a video on this soon💕

[@stacyfarmer7656]

Bless you!!! I am going back after a long time out of school and im so nervous to do all this .

[@DominiqueDooley]

Girl you got this! Change is uncomfortable but your going to be doing bigger & better things! 💕

[@stacyfarmer7656]

@@DominiqueDooley Thank you!

[@nmyolivas]

Will this help with prerequisites and any classes before starting nursing school?

[@DominiqueDooley]

Yes these tips can really be applied to any major/class! 💗

[@jessieacuff3416]

Thank you for this video!!! ❤ There are real struggles of quitting nursing school! But you give me hope! We prepare!!

[@ajalopez5625]

Do you have any tips for students who are in accelerated classes.? I have a new subject every month.

[@margomarie4843]

Thank you so much, these are some great tips. I’ll definitely use these to help pass my nursing courses. I start this Fall.I’m so excited

[@carlinenorvil8591]

Same here congratulations

[@margomarie4843]

@gracemadison833 I'm currently almost finished with my second level of nursing school and I'm doing really well.😊

[@brittanycain1772]

Thank you for making this (part 1) video! I am a flash card person too! But I was wondering if it is a “waste of time” but now I hope it’s possible! Thank you 🙏🏽❤️

[@thatcoolkidchris9965]

How are you?

[@kaybeebee27]

Black professional women 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿 I'm in my 2nd semester of pharmacy school. Best of luck and my prayers of success are with you honey!

[@kiyahfai8330]

I’m halfway through my 1st semester and I wanna do better the second half. I’m gonna try this for my best exam and I will tell you how this helps me. Thank you for the video. ❤️

[@shonamarie1116]

Loved the video! You should do a school update on how your 1st semester went

[@DominiqueDooley]

I definitely will! I will be doing recaps for all my semesters 💕 thank you for the support love!

[@pcharminggg5984]

I just started nursing school and I’m trying to figure ways to study effectively. I got a 74% on my first exam and I’m trying to do better because I was aiming for at least a 80%. I’m just going to have to study harder

[@thanextgalemonae1573]

im not in Nursing school , im in esthetician school and when i say this video is helpful thank you so much I've been looking for ideas to study thank you thank you Queen.

[@serenitysoaps4953]

Your so pretty

[@DominiqueDooley]

Thank you ❤️

[@tatumeckels8631]

Thank you so much for making this video!! I’m about to start my first semester of nursing school in august and i really appreciate your advice!