FNP BOARDS EXAM | How To Study & Prepare

Studying for Nurse Practitioner Boards Exams can be crazy stressful and overwhelming! This video will hopefully reduce some of that stress, by laying out a great study strategy to utilize when preparing to take your Family Nurse Practitioner Boards Exam, or really, any other NP boards exam! In this video I will go into what I did when preparing to take the FNP AANP Boards exam, and what I would do differently the next time around. I explored a few other studying methods as well so I could provide you with the best recommendations for how to pass your boards exam on your first try! Happy studying!
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[@NurseLiz]

If you facing an upcoming NP Board Exam (or any exam!) what are you most nervous about? And if you've already beasted through this test, what tips do you have for others??

[@rocio5770]

Hi Liz, where can we get the Hollier audio files?

[@jamie5mauser]

I don't see the link for the leek review book

[@fantonio6298]

Thank you Nurse Liz for this video. I just passed my FNP board exam this Saturday. I used Liek and Hollier’s AV as my review materials plus FNP mastery. I think 3-4 weeks of dedicated studying is sufficient to learn the materials. Here’s what I saw on my exam: Gynecomastia - spirinolactone Morton’s Neuroma How to diagnose: anemia and leukemia Hemolytic Anemia Chlamydia treatment for pregnant women HF Systolic murmur Hirschprung disease Test for strabismus for toddlers Anticholinergic effects Coumadin treatment and InR for first time dvt patients Acute bacterial prostatitis Ethical dilemma for a terminally ill child Dementia Copd treatment Metformin Sign for Rotator cuff Cluster and migraine headache Macrolide abx Rash post viral infection seen in kids Skin diseases - pytiaris rosecea Tender points for Fibromyalgia Fasting glucose Hepatitis B and Hep Igg Acute hepatitis Leading cause of death for women Lateral epicondylitis Patellofemoral syndrome Meniscal tear PCL/ACL ligament tear test (Posterior and anterior drawer test)

[@NurseLiz]

omg so so helpful thank you! and congratulations!!

[@stefansanders1854]

Thank you! Congratulations!!! I’ll be starting FNP school soon. I’m nervous and excited!

[@katherine.km154]

Thank you for sharing

[@michellelucasNP]

You are just the best! I almost started crying with your opening speech...that is EXACTLY how I feel! Thank you, Nurse Liz!

[@athomewithpearl]

I have 3 more clinical course to complete but I’m already stressing on how to prepare or study for the NP board. I’m glad I found your channel . I am learning a lot from your channel. And thank you for taking time to make these videos to help people like me😍

[@dkepperly1]

Nurse Liz is by far the most helpful and informative resource on KZbin. THANK YOU!

[@NurseLiz]

Aww you are too kind! So glad they've been helpful!

[@eatingismylife197]

I am just about to graduate from NP school and its so nice to see this video to realize I'm not the only one who just gained this dark cloud over my head! Thank you so much for your perspective, it made me feel like I may be able to do this after all!

[@NurseLiz]

Absolutely not the only one. Early congrats on graduating!! What a huge accomplishment! Hang in there! Once boards are over its SUCH a huge relief!

[@stefansanders1854]

Thank you! Congratulations!!! Goals! 🙏🏾

[@heatherlargo7426]

Thanks for sharing, Liz! Totally just purchased a used Leik review book on Amazon!

[@NurseLiz]

Heather awesome!! Make sure it comes with the code, sometimes the used ones have the code already activated.

[@annacrawford6532]

Thank you for the picmonic tip! I really like it!

[@NurseLiz]

I’m so glad! I loved it

[@eme9928]

Super helpful! Thank you Liz!

[@NurseLiz]

Emily Evans so glad it was helpful! ❤️

[@dr.samchuba6149]

Thank you so much Liz I just finished my AGPCNP Yay!.......lots of letters :). I am excited and nervous! You just helped me immensely with your tips I already have the Leik book and the Fitzgerald Nurse practitioner certification examination and practice preparation book. I will definitely get the Hollier audio. You are awesome. God bless you!

[@NurseLiz]

Congratulations! A ton of letters and a ton of work behind them! Good luck with your studying! Almost there!!

[@jerusadeoliveira2231]

HI, did you end up getting the holler audio files? I don't know where. thanks

[@SprayCityWash]

Havent even finished my bsn, but i LOVE your vids so here I am!!

[@NurseLiz]

daniela castillo thanks for the support!! Enjoy your adventure! There is no rush 🙂

[@pamelaparker3463]

Nice video 🥰🥰🥳your video is so cool, honestly AANP is such a difficult test man , really don’t know what to do but I’m never losing hope.

[@vivianelves9357]

I’ve always believed AANP is not about studying, you need God’s grace to pass.

[@kelvinn2537]

At times it doesn’t matter how hard you study you also need to pray to God for success 🙏🤲

[@hernandezv3608]

@@kelvinn2537 very correct .

[@patrickwillson3696]

I have a cousin who never studied much, we studied together but she gives most of her time to her phone than studies after writing the AANP test last month she passed and I failed 😣, I asked her how she did it , just found out she got her help from Mrs Brenda

[@yvonnefx5077]

Please does anyone know who this Mrs Brenda is ? I really need to speak with her I’m frustrated 💔😭

[@TaylorLynne]

You’re the cutest! You’re awesome for doing these videos

[@NurseLiz]

Taylor Lynne thanks for watching!! 🙂

[@JamieKateAdoc]

Of course, I had to check out your video about the NP Board exam! I remember watching your video on how to pass Patho and here I am trying to pass the board exam 😭 😭 😭 Time flies, Liz!

[@NurseLiz]

omg! That's awesome! YOU GOT THIS!

[@NoName99939]

Me tooooooo!!!!!!!!! Good luck on boards!

[@JamieKateAdoc]

@@NoName99939 OMG HIIIIII! Goodluck to you! :)

[@heyitsme7274]

So helpful, thank you!

[@NurseLiz]

Yay! So glad it was helpful :) Thanks for watching!

[@rnnownp6822]

UPS just delivered my Leik book...so excited...still three more classes left but on my breaks inbetween classes I plan to start....just nervous all the time lol...I love ur videos

[@NurseLiz]

Look at you being super prepared!

[@rnnownp6822]

@@NurseLiz I am just so nervous..driving my self crazy...🤯

[@dine0126]

Great video! Currently studying for the AANP. I am soooo nervous! Lol. Im using Leik and my school provided a live Hollier review and access to online and i loved it! I'll have to check out picmonic. Thanks

[@NurseLiz]

dine0126 thanks for sharing!! Let us know how it goes! That’s awesome that your school provided that! 😱 you’ll do great!

[@motorx7586]

So how did it go?

[@Kl-gz4ng]

Hi Liz, how many questions did you have on the exam?

[@lakshithasivanandan7289]

You are crushing it! 🤩

[@NurseLiz]

RNByTheBay thanks!! So are you!

[@aprilg1336]

The number one thing u need to pass the AANP is Leik all they way. Passed in May.

[@NurseLiz]

april G congratulations! I agree, that thing was a lifesaver

[@dianamartinez3732]

Is that all you studied?

[@hopehonigsberg4135]

Hello Liz, I wanted to let you know that I passed my boards yesterday! I can not Thank You enough for your guidance. I did exactly what you said. I purchased the Leik book and read front to back and did every practice question. I also attended Ameilia Holia's (probably spelt that wrong) live review course with APEA (FANTASTIC REVIEW). In addition I got her audio and listened to it in the car everyday until the exam. I truly believe that these tools are why I was prepared and passed the exam. Again I can not thank you enough! Best Regards, Hope

[@NurseLiz]

CONGRATULATIONS! What a huge accomplishment and relief! I'm so glad those were helpful! I wish I had taken the APEA review, so glad to hear it was awesome!

[@jerusadeoliveira2231]

Hello Hope. Congrats on passing the boards. Can you tell me where did you purchase the Hollier audio files? thanks

[@hopehonigsberg4135]

@@jerusadeoliveira2231 Hi APEA

[@jezzreelphillips4465]

congrats Hope! Do u think Leik will be sufficient to pass the AANC?

[@hopehonigsberg4135]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@NurseLiz]

You will do great!!

[@juliemcaleer3786]

Hi Liz, I love your videos and am in my first year of NP school. I want to start studying for boards but wondered if I should wait to buy the newest version of say, the Leik book and the APEA Audio files. Do you think it's better to start studying now for boards? I did an accelerated nursing program and we started studying for boards day one and that I think really helped me not only to pass boards the first time, but also to pass test questions in my courses during school. Thanks again! FNP class of 2022

[@motorx7586]

I'm taking AANP next Monday. Sometimes I feel great about it and other times like when I just answered only 63% of the LEIK questions correctly I get really anxious about it and wonder how I will ever remember everything. Sooo stressful! I just want to be done!

[@NurseLiz]

Ohhh I remember that feeling well. I also felt on and off in terms of how prepared I felt. I think it’s totally normal! Fingers crossed for you. You got this! Almost there!

[@elizabethhongach1763]

Hi, Thank you for this great video. I am taking the FNP boards next year. I was wondering where I could find the Hollier audiobooks. Best, Liz

[@NurseLiz]

The website is called APEA i believe!

[@tanishatamya]

I want to congratulate you on everything!!! you have been such a big help so please know what your doing is making a difference in the nursing world!! I will do the same thing and share with fellow nurses because I don't believe in nurses eating their young!! oh FYI I am still in school I will not finish with my clinical portion of my program (God's willing) in May.

[@NurseLiz]

That means more than you know!! Thank you :) LESS THAN A YEAR FOR YOU! yeah!

[@tgzmrhat]

I have severe test anxiety so getting past that will be my most important concern

[@danielajoseph344]

Thank you

[@ashleylukes6319]

Would you get the Audio or Video of the Hollier Review Course?

[@jvp4397]

Hi Liz!!! Thank you for these great tips!!! You explained how I am feeling now that I have graduated FNP school!!! Now it’s time to study for boards!!! My question to you is how do I make a plan to study? For instance how do I march out subjects each day? Did you do cardio for 1 week, Derm 1 week, GU 1 week consecutively? Thanks for your help!

[@NurseLiz]

congratulations on your graduation!!! I basically just bullet pointed how many different topics and chapters I had to do from my Leik book and Fitzgerald and divided by the number of days I had until I took boards, and did that maybe sections a day

[@katen9346]

I would love if you could sometime make an advice video for new graduates. I just graduated (studying for the NCLEX) and I will be starting a position soon in critical care pediatrics!

[@NurseLiz]

Kate Nieberle congrats on graduating and the new job! You will rock the nclex! I can definitely do one! You’ll love pediatrics ❤️

[@cynthiadavisakoma1528]

I graduated a year ago. What do you recommend

[@josiepirie9171]

I was searching for the Hollier review and only found her name listed with the APEA review....is this the same audio course you are referring too?

[@NurseLiz]

yes! Ithink they changed the name and it got confusing

[@jacquelineduvall1814]

Just became a new nurse! I get my BSN this December but want to go for my NP! I have a passion for skin care and would love to eventually become an NP in aesthetics. Just need some advice. Do I still go for family NP? What kind of NP program do you recommend for someone who is working full time.

[@cristinahadtrath5575]

Hi Nurse Liz. I was curious, how did you break up your studying time while using Piccmonic for pharm review? Did you do abx for a few days, then antihypertensives for a few days, etc? Did you review ALL of pharm? (There is a lot)!!

[@lizwiebe4022]

After going through a review book, I'm wondering if taking lots of study questions for the FNP AANP exam is a good strategy. It worked for the NCLEX to just go through lots and lots and lots of questions and rationales. Would you say that might work for the FNP exam or should I work on studying more content and later questions, but fewer questions in total? I mean still a lot but not use that as my primary strategy. Thanks!

[@NurseLiz]

It's definitely helpful to do questions because you can read the rationales, but the NP board is definitely more content based vs the NCLEX that really was more geared toward logic and how to take a test. The NP boards didn't try to trip you up with weird wording. It was much more straight forward.

[@whitneyw5036]

Is there a way to get the Hollier audio at a discounted price? I have the Leik review book, so I don't think the book part of the Hollier resource is necessary. It appears to be a bundle cost...is that correct?

[@NurseLiz]

i'm not aware of any discount. sorry! Unless you went in on it with a friend?

[@josiethomson1929]

Believe me ,what ever you do never give up, finally I've pass my NP board exam on my 3rd attempt , I can’t believe I almost gave up after not making it for the 2nd time ,fortunately for me I was recommended to a tutor by my friends

[@MsAnnamarie17]

what tutor would u recommend?

[@josiethomson1929]

@@MsAnnamarie17 you can work with him if you need help

[@rocio5770]

Hi, i love your channel. Question. Is there a question bank to study while in NP school?

[@NurseLiz]

You could get a study book for boards and do questions from there

[@lylawilliams3840]

how do you find the pharm part of Picmonic? is the same app as the NCLEX one??

[@cherishchi7958]

Did you start reading Leik before graduating? I haven't and I feel so behind! Is 7 wks (1 hr a day) enough time to read the entire leik book??

[@michaelbretado1916]

Hi Nurse LIz. Question...any updates on or recent changes to tips on passing the FNP Boards Exam ??? and what do you think about ROSH Review and its Qbank?

[@nkechiokeh7797]

memorizing all the drugs and medications for the AANP

[@NurseLiz]

SO.MANY

[@briang2034]

Hello Thanks

[@lanainamerica2043]

Hollier CDs are so expensive. Does anyone know where I can get a set cheaper than $400+ dollars????

[@NurseLiz]

If you find out let me know! All of the review courses are so much money 😭

[@francistorresNP]

Hi Liz, Thanks for the vid! I see you made this about when I was six months into NP school. I am in my final course now in the Chamberlain College FNP program and I'm very nervous of this exam. I am choosing to go with the AANP exam. My school gave us the Hollier review as part of the course which was cool and I have the Leik book and app as well. I'm not averaging the best scores on these practice exams, so I'm trying to improve, but I feel like I don't have enough time to catch up on all these subjects and ideas we have to remember. I'm even scared now that I'll even be a decent NP. Any other tips besides what you've spoke of in the video? Thanks again for the video and I'm sure you're one heck of an NP!

[@cherrybaby73]

Francis, you're not alone but I think its normal to be nervous. There's a lot of info that's thrown at us, dealing with school, work, and family is a lot. Im in my last semester and I'm nervous as hell....Good luck

[@jennifersalinas716]

Hi, I am in the Chamberlain FNP, program. I am nervous too. Have you taken boards yet? I start clinical soon.

[@francistorresNP]

@@jennifersalinas716 I passed Boards like 6 Months ago. I've been working for about 3 months now.

[@jericasamson5819]

I came to your video to see your opinion on the Fitzgerald review specifically. I don't graduate until December 2021, but my school keeps encouraging us to take the Fitzgerald review twice (once in the middle of the program and once towards the end). This just seems kind of crazy to me since I feel like I hardly know anything at this point so taking it this fall seems semi-pointless. Thoughts on this/if it would be worth it?

[@NurseLiz]

I absolutely would NOT do the course twice. That sounds like a really big waste of money in my opinion. Sounds like your school is trying to have the review course do the job of teaching you. I did find it helpful to buy a review book (around 50 dollars usually) while going through the core classes. But definitely not a review course.

[@renatoflores9428]

My "BIG" problem is procrastination, I scheduled the test (AANP) 8 weeks out and I'm having a hard time on what to study first LOL. Thanks for the tips, I have the Leik book and the Hollier videos. I did attend her live course and it was really good, and would advise to take it. Any help is welcomed and thank you in advance. Rene

[@NurseLiz]

Just start wherever! I literally went through the book front to back. Maybe start there! And try to set a daily study goal and schedule time in your day to get it done. So glad to hear the live course was great!! Best of luck with your studying!

[@jerusadeoliveira2231]

hi, how/ where did you get the hollier videos ?

[@ginahurry7912]

The AANP test is very difficult to pass, I can't believe i failed after studying with so many materials

[@brycegreene6533]

Sometimes it doesn't matter how hard you study you also need to pray to God for success

[@joycarmack5981]

@@brycegreene6533 very correct

[@kittyoyadomari3360]

Im not sure if you already answered this but how long did you wait after graduation to take your exam and how long do you recommend?

[@NurseLiz]

I think i talked about it in this video! I wanna say 6 weeks

[@sarahfelling1013]

Hi! I also had a baby during FNP school because I'm crazy and apparently love stressing myself out! My first daughter was 6 weeks old when I started FNP school and I took a semester off to have my second daughter! What can I say? Life doesn't stop! I am trying to decide what certification to register for and what reviews to buy and I am so glad I found your videos when I randomly googled ANCC vs AANP! I was minutes away from just buying the Fitzgerald review but now I'm considering just buying the stuff you recommended instead! I am so going to go back and watch your other videos, I feel like we would relate so well!

[@NurseLiz]

Holy cow you are super woman!! I’ve gotten tons of great feedback on the hollier course! If you have any questions feel free to ask! And congrats on being almost done!!!

[@sarahfelling1013]

@@NurseLiz Thanks! YOU are superwoman! You moved cross country while studying for boards?!?! Wow! I bought the Hollier audio study review and the Leik book! I will let you know what I think of the study questions that go along with the Hollier audio but most people I polled also agreed it was worth the money. And geez, plopping down $425 + $65 all at once sure makes me go eekkk!!! But if it helps at all it'll be worth it! But seriously, thanks for this thorough video, it was so incredibly helpful. 💜💜

[@amm_np]

I take the AANP FNP exam in 13 days!! So nervous!

[@NurseLiz]

You’ll do great!!

[@mrs.b2775]

Hollier was great in person. She’s the same sweet heart that you think

[@NurseLiz]

I love that !

[@kcco3018]

I recently took my AANP exam and was unsuccessful. I studied over a month. Read and made notes for the Leik book and completed all the practice questions. Listened to the hollier audio twice. Purchased the APEA Q bank questions, did approx 1,000 + questions. Yet I still managed to fail by 50 points. I struggle with multiple choice and test anxiety. I’m nervous to retake it in a month. This could cost me the job I have lined up. Has anyone else been in this situation ?

[@NurseLiz]

Ugh I hate that they base everything on an exam.

[@deonnetaylor6339]

What is the difference between AANP and the AANC exam and why did you choose the AANP?

[@NurseLiz]

Deonne Taylor I made a video about that! Here’s a link to it 🙂 kzbin.info/www/bejne/oV6Vn6KYoNaWe9U

[@msal4652]

Hey Nurse Liz. First and foremost thank you for sharing all your tips and information. I took the Barkley online review course (changed from live due to Covid) and have been working through the book. I also have the audio files to listen to. It’s been tough going so far. I have about 5 weeks before my exam and feel like it’s not enough time to get through it all. Would it be a bad idea to switch at this point to the the Leik prep book and app you suggested? My mind is going in a million different directions and each passing day increases my anxiety. Thanks in advance for you help.

[@NurseLiz]

Hi! I wouldn't change course now. I've heard of many people having success with Barkley! It is a TON of information no matter which program you choose, and you are already started with that one so I would keep going! You can do it! Break up the remaining material into doable chunks to get through every day, and it makes it slightly more managable. YOU GOT THIS!

[@msal4652]

Nurse Liz Thank you!

[@karlabrunie6509]

hi. did you work while studying?

[@jameswartz9291]

Thank you so much Mrs brenda for helping me achieve my dreams of becoming a nurse practitioner. I took the exam for four good times before i met mrs brenda, i really appreciate her good work

[@-ChrystaIHurst]

Talking of help with the exams mrs brenda is a genius, i never believed it was possible to see my exam questions with the answer, she's awesome

[@traderreality6354]

Wow she also gave me my exam questions with there answers before the exam day and it was exactly what i saw on my exam day i can't stop thanking her

[@cynthiamorgan4184]

I failed 3 times and i also lost money to scams and reviews that never helped but i thank God i met Mrs brenda, she is really a God sent

[@prafulgautam5657]

Hello please is she reliable, am scared of losing money or failing again

[@katherinemanneback8844]

I was sceptical initially but after giving her a try i had no course for regret

[@CreatingYourPurpose]

Hi Liz! I love your videos. Do you recommend this same advice when preparing for the 3P exam? I have to take it this next session of school. Also, are there any KZbin channels you would recommend? Thank you so much!

[@NurseLiz]

hi! I'm not familiar with that exam, sorry!

[@CreatingYourPurpose]

Okay. Well, it’s an exam that tests your knowledge on Patho, Pharm, and Physical Assessment. 25 questions of each.

[@CreatingYourPurpose]

Nurse Liz I am definitely taking your advice on the Hollier audio review. I’m going to purchase it tomorrow.

[@CreatingYourPurpose]

(The 3P exam is facilitated by APEA)

[@NurseLiz]

CaraJwalking ohhh gotcha. I didn’t have to take that so I’m no help there. Sorry!

[@MizzBri18]

I've been watching your videos for the past year and just realized that I wasn't subscribed!! I have my exam coming up in a week and am concerned that I have not been studying enough. I did the Hollier live (virtual covid edition) the 2nd to last week in march. I had been using the fitzgerald book to study and for practice questions for course exams since January. I also felt like the fitzgerald book was too much info to go through. My exam prep started a little over 6 weeks ago but not very structured due to me and my young son being quantined together for 4 weeks for covid. I feel like that was a major setback and I am a little worried about how well I will do on the exam. A co-worker who recently passed recommended Leik to me about a week ago and my practice exam scores have really improved. I guess my question is how did you know that you were ready and adequately prepped for the exam? Also, I have been having testing anxiety since the covid pandemic began; What can I do to help put myself at ease during the exam?

[@NurseLiz]

I for sure didn't feel "ready" but I knew that I had gone through all the material and had done all the Leik and Fitzgerald practice questions. I figured that there was NEVER going to be a point where I knew absolutely everything, but I had done a ton of studying and reviewed it all so I just went for it. But I don't think there's ever a feeling of "readiness" ya know? I am also no help with being at ease during the exam because i was hyperventilating haha. sorry!

[@Amirracle]

I hope you passed @alicia

[@bettylesliebeimel993]

How do you search Picmonic to find what is useful for studying for the FNP cert?

[@NurseLiz]

“Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Intensive Review Leik” is the playlist in the app I used!

[@bettylesliebeimel993]

@@NurseLiz Thank you! Is that with a subscription? I didn't see a code here for a discount, but I can search for one.

[@rnnownp6822]

Im just torn between the Hollier live review or Leik like review..any suggestions anyone? Thanks

[@NurseLiz]

I’ve never heard anything about leiks live review, hopefully someone else has!

[@lizwiebe4022]

What did you end up taking? I'm curious as I start to make my study plan. Thanks!

[@rnnownp6822]

@@lizwiebe4022 I took the APEA review with Amelie Hollier....

[@lizwiebe4022]

@@rnnownp6822 Would you do it again?

[@rnnownp6822]

@@lizwiebe4022 yes the information was for np's as well as np's waiting to test..she gave up to date information and helps u use the info in clinical practice...i am going to go every year for credit and to stay up to date

[@dannycash1948]

i tried the free sample app and found the questions to be the same as those in the book. Were the leik questions reflective of the exam? I was going to buy the code separately but didn't feel it was necessary just to have the same questions on my phone. I take my book everywhere lol

[@NurseLiz]

They are the same as the book! The app is helpful if you don’t have the book on the go but if you travel with it then no need

[@jerusadeoliveira2231]

@@NurseLiz I just purchased the app for 70 dollars, does that sound correct? with 732 questions or so. I hope I bought the right thing. Thanks

[@bridgetfreeman5163]

Hi Liz, how many hours of study did you do before the AANP boards? Trying to figure out how much time to budget

[@NurseLiz]

I studied for 5-6 weeks for 3 ish hours a day

[@nancyhertl2013]

Thank you for your videos they are so helpful. I graduate in 10 months, do you think it is too early to start with Leik and Hollier? Haven't decided which certificate to test for yet😊

[@NurseLiz]

nancyhertl2013 I would wait until 3-4 months before graduation, that way it’s still fresh in your brain! But if you think you can remember it now then go for it! For me, I would forget it all by then 🤦🏻‍♀️. Best of luck on your final stretch! You’ll be done before you know it!

[@jenniferforrest5951]

Liz, I do not work much with social media, instagram or posting comments on youtube channels. Is it possible for me to reach out to you personally with questions I have regarding my FNP program? Thank you!

[@NurseLiz]

Easiest way is definitely Instagram messages! If not you could email me at [e-mail] but I’m definitely not the best at checking that I admit 🤦🏻‍♀️😬

[@jenniferforrest5951]

@@NurseLiz Wonderful! Thank you! Unfortunately, I do not have instagram, but I did send you a lengthy email :/

[@nikkinurse2339]

Hi Liz, studying for ANCC exam. Did you have a study schedule? Im having a hard time creating one

[@NurseLiz]

Nikki Nurse get as much crammed into my daughters nap time as possible 😂. Towards the end I set small goals like 2 systems a day. But mostly I just studied during nap time. I’d say 1-2 body systems a day, studying at a similar time of day would be ideal! You will kick that exams butt!

[@taytay891]

How long did you give yourself to study?

[@NurseLiz]

I think like 5 weeks? I don’t remember haha. I mention it in the video somewhere I think!

[@jezzreelphillips4465]

Hi, how long did you prep yourself for this exam?

[@NurseLiz]

six weeks

[@jezzreelphillips4465]

@@NurseLiz thank u

[@martinezrandy2675]

The truth is most FNP's, A-GNP's, ENP's and NP's you see today passed with Marcus help, my sister passed thanks Marcus and I'll be sitting for my exam in two weeks, I'm studying what Marcus provided already i trust him and i know with his help I'll pass

[@danooshs8035]

We’re you able to balance this and work as a new grad Rn? Anyone with this experience???

[@NurseLiz]

I don't have experience in this situation, but hopefully someone does!

[@JamieKateAdoc]

It is doable but you have to stay disciplined. Doing schoolwork, working full-time and doing the clinical rotation all at the same time can be stressful. I had to switch so many days with my co-workers just to accommodate my clinicals! Good luck :)

[@tigerpridegirl]

Just scheduled my AANP exam for next Thursday! Nervous is an understatement!! :( I just passed a comprehensive exam last week that was required in order for me to graduate, so I was on a high with that! They say usually if you pass it, you can pass boards, but of course I'm still freaking out :/ I attended a live Hollier review in January and have been studying her guide for the last few months and doing Leik questions as well. Everyone who's graduated recently from my program suggested to go ahead and take the exam as close to that comprehensive exam as possible since it's SO hard, but part of me is still so afraid!

[@NurseLiz]

Fingers crossed for you! I remember the sheer panic I had before that exam oh so well. Make sure to give yourself a break the day before the test. YOU CAN DO THIS!

[@tigerpridegirl]

@@NurseLiz Thank you SO much!! I truly appreciate that! Happy Easter! :)

[@kassiegoncalves7303]

Hi CJ how was your test?? I’m taking the ANCC in three weeks and I’m freaking out! Was it as hard as you thought and what content would you say to study the most ( Everything) right?

[@hopehonigsberg4135]

Hi I bought it from APEA.

[@NurseLiz]

Did you like the Hollier course?

[@hopehonigsberg4135]

@@NurseLiz Yes! It was amazing. Not only did it help me pass my boards but it has helped me in my practice. I still will listen to the audio on the way to work 😁

[@NurseLiz]

Awesome! Wish I had done her whole course

[@LailaLafrai]

How long did you study for?

[@LailaLafrai]

nevermind you answered that LOL

[@NurseLiz]

😂

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[@mojo21ist]

Do you even BREATHE??

[@NurseLiz]

Nope. Not enough time