Fundamentals of Clinical Nursing: STUDY Materials, Tips, HOW TO PASS!

[@erikabaez6414]

Your such an inspiration. I did everything you did and got a 90 on my second exam. First exam didn’t do so well but after watching your video I improve significantly. Thank you.

[@arianabasurto4281]

I’m taking me second exam next week. I didn’t do so well on my first either :(

[@feliciasalazar1152]

@@arianabasurto4281hello, what did you do to pass this class?

[@arianabasurto4281]

@@feliciasalazar1152 I used the notes the instructor provided, watched simple nursing and level up rn on KZbin and purchased Saunders NCLEX rn (new edition) because it has online access for practice questions either rationales on study mode

[@davondawashington9109]

So glad I found your channel. I start my first semester of nursing school in 3 weeks!! I'm so excited, and your channel has been super helpful.

[@HaleyAnnStudentNurse]

Davonda Washington congrats! Nursing school is so rewarding!

[@ginafurtado9459]

Davonda Washington me too! I'm so nervous and excited. Best of luck!

[@davondawashington9109]

+Gina Rose same here! Nervous and excited.. but congratulations!!! You can do it.

[@davondawashington9109]

+Haley Ann, Student Nurse thank you so much, I can't wait 😄

[@louisegrigg1118]

Davonda Washington congrats x

[@brownsugaaatv4512]

Watching your videos are really inspirational and motivating! I'm starting my nursing career and I am going to school to become a CNA first then moving my way up. I love using your tips for not only nursing school, but also CNA courses and just school in general! I watched your video from the beginning of the semester and I saw this video and you said you passed I was so happy!😊good luck I'm proud!😊

[@sabrinadingle8615]

Just bought my ATI stuff today and I couldn't be even more nervous but your videos have literally made me so happy! The way you explain things and admit what went wrong made me love you even more because some KZbinrs make it seem like they KNOW everything single thing. So thank you sooo much! Also, I hope everything goes well for your upcoming semester 💕🤗

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Thanks so much for your kind comment, Sabrina! I am not afraid to share mistakes. It is life! Good luck to you:)

[@powderbunny14]

I'm so happy I found your channel! I'm sitting for my state's CNA exam next week and am planning on doing an ABSN once I'm done with my public health degree in May - your channel has been so endlessly helpful, thank you for making all of these videos!

[@HolleyGabrielle]

That makes my heart happy. Thanks for the support & best of luck to you!

[@powderbunny14]

+Holley Rojek update: have been binge watching your nursing videos the whole weekend 🙈 also, video request - would you consider doing a nursing clinicals/school hair and makeup "tutorial"? Not so much a tutorial but more so guidelines on how to look cute while still looking professional and following hospital guidelines - I know that when we went through training, at least in the hospital I did my CNA clinicals at, we had to have our hair back, we couldn't wear distracting/over the top makeup, and we couldn't have long or painted nails - and my aesthetic otherwise is long, straightened hair, acrylic nails and a decent amount of liner and mascara, so I had a hard time working around those guidelines and still feeling cute

[@catharinenienhouse7636]

I am in my second month of my first semester. I was seriously considering quitting. Not because of my grades, but because I don't feel like I'm actually learning the material. I feel like I'm just cramming for one test after another. I love your ideas on organization. THANK YOU! I am heading into spring break and I am going to kick butt at getting organized, making my plan for the rest of the semester, and practice, practice, practice!

[@taylormurrell1546]

Going into my first semester on nursing school this year and so glad you made this! Practice questions it is!!!

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Yes ma'am!!!! :)

[@kevserr2395]

I was trying to find a video like this thank you! Please continue to make more nursing school videos. They help so much. I am starting clinicals this fall!

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Weeee! So exciting! Thanks for watching:)

[@JJ-gw9vs]

This is exactly what we all argued about in my cohort. Critical thinking is the HARDEST thing. And I'm with you, practice questions trains your brain to think that way

[@kayliannanichols]

Who wants a bun tutorial!!?! 👋🏼 hahaha but love your videos girl! I'll be applying to my program in the spring!!

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Hahah I can do this!!! Thanks so much:) GOOD LUCK TO YOU!

[@heatherscherry2091]

I watched all of these videos back when I was in the LVN program- been an LVN for a year and start the LVN-RN program in less than a month and I am re-watching all of them. You're my Fave! Such an inspiration!

[@katlynbutschek1490]

LOVE your channel! I start my BSN program in just under a month and I've been watching so many study tips videos because I've got major anxiety lol but I'm super excited! Thanks for sharing :)

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Stay calm girly! It is all mental and how you decide to handle it! It is so doable :)

[@maddy9154]

First week of nursing school and I'm binge watching your videos! Love your channel ❤️ also love the shoulder tattoo!

[@jessierisko1478]

I cannot tell you how much I appreciate your videos. I start my Upper Division of nursing school in a few weeks, and your study tips are going to help immensely. THANK YOU

[@HolleyGabrielle]

YAY! Girl you got it! So glad these help:)

[@JaydeCantwell]

You're so real and down to earth! Thank you for saving my life during nursing school. You're the only voice I hear while I am alone at home being a hermit these 2 years hahahah

[@sarahbee990]

You inspire me so much! Especially when you talk about how when you put your mind to it you can do it! Thanks holly!

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Thanks again, Sarah! :)

[@hannahcanute5177]

I'm currently going to school and knocking out prerequisites for Rad Tech, by I've decided I want to change routes, in the spring I'll be doing a CNA program and doing courses to start the Nursing program :) I'm super excited. Your videos give me hope!

[@helenebevhelen4010]

Thank you for this vid! My school has the Fundamental Success Q&A book as a required book. I was so happy when I pulled that off my shelf and it matched the one you used! Going into first semester brand brand new (total career change) is scary but nothing worth doing isn't at least a little bit scary!

[@HolleyGabrielle]

That is so awesome that they tell you to have it! Good luck to you girl! YOU GOT IT

[@tiajordan5525]

Yes yes yes!! This was seriously so helpful. I have fundamentals this fall, and my school uses the same two volume set of books for the class. My school's library has an ebook version of the fundamentals success available and I will definitely be checking that out as soon as I move back in. You're the best!

[@HolleyGabrielle]

YAY!!!! Get it girl!

[@ashleycole_rn]

So I had recently posted on your last video saying my nursing school interview was coming up, and I got in!! I'm excited to apply your tips to my nursing journey😄I start next month.

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Awww congrats girl! That is so exciting!

[@emmatyndall4459]

my first semester of fundamentals is almost over. i needed this video to re-motivate myself to get my sh*t in gear for the final. i failed my first exam, called my mom, and cried!!!! so relatable. thank you for this video

[@kimmie12897]

Starting nursing school in a few weeks and definitely considering the fundamentals success book!!! My professors have given me a list of recommended books but not that one.

[@shydewalters10]

kim murray it's so worth it I got it and I'm on my 3rd exam and I'm making close to the highest grades on the exams.

[@alexisoliva6427]

I am going to go tomorrow to speak to a advisor at Scott Community college tomorrow about my options and how to get started with nursing ! i love all your help and advise when i hopefully get into a nursing program i will be watching your videos religiously !! wish me luck

[@emilyswanson175]

I start nursing school in a few weeks and I’m soooo so happy I found your channel! You’re so helpful. Thank you so much for making nursing videos!

[@ali_0432]

I'm not sure when you have your Med Surg course, but the Davis Med Surg Success book is awesome. I also used Lippincott, and it was super helpful. I agree that practice questions are a huge part of being successful in nursing school. Good luck this fall and I look forward to your future videos. ☺☺☺

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Thank you so much! I appreciate it!

[@JH-tw3ib]

Thank you for this it is still relevant today as I am going through fundamentals!

[@keanastout1752]

Love all your videos! I also studied that way for my first Med-surg class! You're such an inspiration. Can't wait to see your next video. Good luck with your fall semester!

[@keanastout1752]

Also, you should do a house tour!

[@04Countrygal]

Sounds like you’re in a great nursing program. Love that they give you articles to read. Good luck in nursing school!

[@MzNeka26]

Where was this video when I took this class last semester? 😂😂😂 I struggled in this class, but I ended up passing with a B.. Great video, btw 💓

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Thanks!!! :)

[@amberkvamme8410]

I looove your videos! I'm a prenursing student and your tips are very helpful.

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Thanks, Amber:)

[@shydewalters10]

thank you for this video i just took my first nursing exam and your advice helped me study and I passed yay

[@heatherlaurenRN]

Ive watched so many “how to study fundamentals” videos and this video has mad the most sense to me. My grades have been ALL OVER THE PLACE in fundamentals and it’s soooo annoying that I can’t figure out how to study. But I am realizing now that the tests I did my best on, I did a lot of practice questions... 🤔

[@s.herrera9440]

Thank you so much for these videos! About to start fundies!! Praying for ur new semester u are about to start!

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Thanks so so much

[@v.kimmie4087]

Thank you for your tips. In my school, Fundamentals is your first course. You are absolutely correct that it’s all about critical thinking. I’m having a hard time with the exams, pinpointing how to study. I’m trying to do more practice questions as well. I bought the Saunders nclex book to help.

[@Soaboutthatt]

i adore you. starting my prereqs this fall!

[@sydniehi3054]

Even though I'm not in college your videos help me look forward to nursing school in a few years, thank you for being motivating and sharing. I did DM you on Instagram if you could respond it would mean a lot you have inspired me in so many ways. Truly thank you for that!

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Awww thank you! I will check asap!

[@CrazyCousins248]

hi!! I just started nursing school and i’m SO overwhelmed already.. my lectures meet only once a week for a 4 hour class and my clinical is 7-4:30. lecture is super dry and boring and i can’t focus until the half way point for some reason but for clinical i’m doing well- but so anyways we are using the same books as you did so i am definitely going to try out these tips, thank you so much!! (also I need an 80 to pass all the nursing classes 😅)

[@kchamp331]

thanks for the tips girl! I start fundamentals in 2 weeks!

[@meganmcgee]

Hey Holley! Your channel is really fun to watch and is very helpful. I just found that you have some fitness videos too. Can you do a video outlining your typical arm workouts?

[@ViviendoEnOklahoma]

I love your channel! So excited to start this fall. On that note, what do you recommend in regards to studying and prep prior to school starting?

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Check out my video - Top 10 Tips for Pre-nursing Students"

[@teacherlifewithkels6183]

Hi Holley! All of your nursing videos are so helpful and I love watching them! I have seen your pre-nursing video, however, I was wondering if you could possibly do a video centered around some of the pre-entrance exams. Personally, I am taking the TEAS test and would love your tips regarding study material and how you studied for them. Thanks!

[@crystalruppert2231]

I graduate from nursing school in February and I can't wait. We are in ICUs in the fall and then our internship and then done! We are finishing finals for summer tomorrow. Our passing grade is a 77 :/

[@Kenzie_carroll]

😭😭 realizing i have all the books you used🙌🏻 thank goodness

[@viktoriaberg3794]

Love love love your nursing videos! You rock, girl

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Thank you!! :)

[@bridgetgumbs7362]

Great tips! Was debating on should I stay in nursing major or change, but I think I will stay in the nursing program. Applying for nursing in the spring and taking teas test in spring. Nervous 😩, scared 😳 and excited 😊 at the same time. Think I have pre jitters and worried about my gag reflex.

[@HaleyAnnStudentNurse]

Bridget Gumbs I used to worry about gagging too! I have a weak stomach 😩 but... It's not so bad when you're actually in the hospital doing clinicals.

[@HolleyGabrielle]

You will be just fine! Breathe through things and think about staying focused! :)

[@ResistmeJocy]

I got a 70% on my first exam and had a crying breakdown too!

[@casandratapia1329]

Love your channel!!! Tips on how your passed anotomy? Memorization tips+ study tips.

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Repetition - repetition!!!

[@jessicamxx]

Thank you so much for all your tips!!

[@alexisoliva6427]

I got a 60 on my first exam and was heartbroken. I'm determined to do better on my second exam !

[@lajessi7045]

How did it go for you ?

[@keeleylindberg1457]

Hey Holley! These videos have been super helpful! I am currently in a LPN program in a Minnesota, the school in particular that I attend has a Test category of 82% which killed me first semester.. my expected graduation date was actually this May, but unfortunately I finished one of my classes first semester with a 81.99% and had to retake it before moving forward, that being said I was not able to move on to the next semester with my fellow classmates. I start second semester on the 21st, I am soo nervous of failing again. These study tips will help alot! Do you know of any good nclex review books for the LPN program? xoxo Keeley (:

[@sruss92587]

Thank you!!! I failed my first exam an I am doing better with practice questions thanks! I just brought the book Davis q&a I already have the Saunders one but i want more practice questions

[@annenam3440]

Thank you so much for this, I take fundamentals in abt 2 wks, and so nervous., thanks for the tips.

[@kraziikiim]

Same lol. I start in one week

[@taylorchavana9084]

Thank you for this!! I love your nursing videos. 💕

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Thanks, Taylor:)

[@tangiraysor7027]

Omg Hi 3 yr ago holly 😂! If I could love this video I would! I started using your tips TONIGHT. Thank you! I'm sitting at a 86😳. This shit is hard so i hope your tips help me improve. 💕

[@_ayosuga_]

We have ATI too, and it is awesome!

[@demekaslife8484]

I love your channel:)) thank you for making these videos they are truly helpful😊

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@user-lz3kr5pc7x]

I didn't want to watch this video because I saw an ATI book 😭🤦🏽‍♀️😂 Freakin ATI's

[@HolleyGabrielle]

hahaha accurate

[@oliviapeters6932]

I Literally jsut got a 72% on my first exam too! I need a 76% to pass. Thank you for the tips!

[@JMARiE22811]

My first semester of my actual program starts this month and I have fundamentals, mental health, and population focused nursing+ lab&clinical...your videos give me so much motivation💪💪 We got this!!! Are you taking med surg this fall?

[@HaleyAnnStudentNurse]

JMARiE22811 I'm taking mental health right now! It's a lot, but my school also makes us take in within a 6 week period.

[@HolleyGabrielle]

I am not in med-surg yet! Good luck to you!! :)

[@sammielouise1548]

Hi! I start nursing school NEXT THURSDAY. It has come up so soon, I am just checking out your nursing videos that are so helpful! Where do you keep all of your books when they aren't in use? I have a pile in my bedroom right now, but I don't know what I am going to do with them, I know I won't need to take them ALL everyday!

[@marcelopapajr.6852]

How are you now? Did you became rn?

[@cynthiaadams4322]

Thank you finally someone that explains

[@Mommyonlife]

So happy to find your channel! I just got accepted for Spring, I'll be taking my last BSN prereq that semester too (microbiology). 😍 Did you use any other sites/flashcards/media?

[@tianagruender2330]

this is SOO helpful. I have my first test for fun coming up soon!

[@marinahl2340]

Needed this video! I will be taking this class this semester 😬 Im so excited!!

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Glad it helped!

[@peaceobodo4455]

Thank you so much Holly!! This video was so ridiculously helpful! I start nursing school in three weeks and I'm currently studying for my dosage calc exam we're taking on the first week. Do you think you could make a video about pathophysiology and the best way to approach the class?

[@destineyosterhout5828]

I'm taking pharmacology and fundamentals my first semester. Is that normal? Do you usually take those two classes together? I start in two weeks and I am sooooo nervous! I just love your videos and snaps Holly! Your so helpful! 💕

[@HolleyGabrielle]

I took them both together! Thanks so much for your support girl

[@LondasBookClub]

Extremely helpful!!!! 👩🏾‍💻📚👀🤯

[@567swim]

Still here 3 years later. Currently in my first semester in Funds & I’m drowning. You’re right infection is pretty tough! I’m struggling horribly on pain & immobility!

[@Zara_Luna]

Brooke Your nursing program seems like a concept base curriculum. have you reviewed oxygenation and perfusion concepts yet? These are biggies.

[@charbright3362]

Hey. May you please do a video on each semester. What classes. And what each consists of please. I know all is different but a little heads up!!! Thanks❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@XxNiiGhTMaR3xX]

just casually sitting here before sim watching your video LOL

[@skincentives4377]

i would love to seee a video about your hair lovey !!!! 😍😍😍 how do you do your buns??? with these hairbands, i love it

[@zerodioda2880]

Do you have a website that you used for the practice questions.

[@biancayzaguirre9]

Thanks for the videos! Did you have to take Health Assessment class before Fundamentals?

[@DesiMahaRani77]

do you think it matters which edition you buy of the fund success book?

[@micaelatruxillo4922]

How did you print the slides to be small like that so you can take notes

[@kaliemorrissey3584]

Could you make a video about gardening and stuff? I would like to grow my own stuff and your veggies are so BIG!!!😍

[@helenebevhelen4010]

I have a question for you regarding what you did for test review for the fundamentals course. Our school has given us the ATI books and I have purchased the Fundamentals Success Q&A book. Which is a better resource? There is a mountain of work and reading that we have done and to be honest I have no idea if ANY of it is sinking in.

[@strwbry11]

Wow thank you for your advice!!

[@nayelymartinez7228]

Hi! Could you include the links to the textbooks and study website please! I start nursing core next term and I would love to get all of the study material you mentioned. Thank you. ❤️

[@angelvilla8658]

Hi! Your videos have been helpful in keeping my anxiety at bay! Lol I was wondering if you could list the books that you used? Thanks and hope you keep helping us!!:)

[@afeishasimmons8519]

love your videos..I'll be starting nursing school in like two weeks. I so anxious😰and what's the author and name of the books plz😊

[@lovinlife0121]

was wondering which computer you recommend for nursing school.. or which one youve used? thanks :)

[@HolleyGabrielle]

I have a Macbook Pro and love it!

[@thanoslefthand5728]

Love your tattoo!

[@irisdeguzman4887]

Hi Holley! Do you work during your nursing school? Just wondering :D I really enjoy your youtube content!

[@haylieheisel5834]

I know this is so off health and nursing, but would go do a what's on my iphone ?

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Hahah if other people wanted to see it as well! YES!

[@nicholeknight1893]

Thanks for your video. I'm in my 3rd week. Ugh

[@karinabecerra1507]

When will you be posting your must have video? :)

[@HolleyGabrielle]

SOON!

[@allisonmarie1278]

Hi! What size binder it that? A 2 inch or 3 thanks

[@everythingcardyb2824]

I love your videos. I want to go to nursing school.

[@titij7733]

First off thank you for doing this, you are pushing me to get that A in College Algebra so thanks. As for the question how many classes do you start with the first semester?

[@gudgurlgonebadd]

Cati Baby 4

[@kevinnguyen6731]

Did you solely switch over to just questions? I'm wondering how you would do about remembering the rationales.

[@HolleyGabrielle]

No I would look back at my notes and basics. I just used the questions to help me understand the content and the rationales were easy to remember for me because my mind works like that when I read test questions!

[@jacquelinec7961]

What are other subjects besides fundamentals that involve heavy critical thinking? I'm trying to improve because I start this fall >.

[@HolleyGabrielle]

Essentially all core nursing classes will require critical thinking!

[@michaellejoseph9164]

Thank you for this.

[@nurse1754]

I missed the pic of your book series? I'm starting Pharm and Fundamentals in 2 wks! I want to see if it's the same as ours at Kaplan.

[@HolleyGabrielle]

It is in the video!

[@lifeisbeautiful033]

Whereeee did you get your top from?!

[@HolleyGabrielle]

TJ MAXX

[@aanasharma3093]

My parents want me to become a doctor but i want to become a nurse and have been so inspired by u Plz suggest what shall i do

[@gudgurlgonebadd]

Suhana Siggdel do what u want. I had the same issue. My parents wanted me to be a doctor, so I did premed and majored in biology. I regret all the time I wasted. I'm in nursing school now and don't regret my choice. At the end of the day u can still do nursing and go the premed path. Pre med u can be any major u want as long as u take the required courses. Hope this helps!

[@tristine14]

I'm about to start vlogging and I need to know which camera to use for a first timer?

[@HolleyGabrielle]

I use a Sony!

[@clipz.7578]

Where do you get the practice questions?

[@jamaicancollegegirl]

yes i would to see a how u study for medical surgical nursing and study with me-so i can see how u make ur notes. please.

[@ashleylaughinghouse605]

Love your shirt that you have on