You did it! Let me know when you test and how you do! Sending great testing vibes your way. Look over all weeks, trust in what you know and good luck.
Here are the answers to this week's challenge questions.
Question: What is considered ‘Best Practice?’
A. Take a deep breath and trust your preparation with the best answer.
B. Plan to arrive at the testing site at the start time of the exam.
C. Cram reviewing all practice test questions and reviewing texts the night before.
D. Eat a HUGE meal and beverage the night before bed.
Correct answer: A. Take a deep breath and trust your preparation by selecting the best answer.
Rationale: You have prepared for the test most recently, AND your everyday practice is your best preparation. Plan to arrive early, and plan for potential delays such as traffic and weather. As a reminder, the best option will always be a testing site although remote proctoring is available. Cramming the night before may cause confusion during the test. Have a calm evening the night before with a light dinner and don’t forget breakfast!!! Be sure to review the ‘free’ questions some can be found on the Challenge The School Nurse site and the Nurse Builders Test Taking Course.
Resource:
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Review the Janice Selekman’s resource listed next. Suggest pages 9-10 the night before!
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Selekman, J. & Knox, E. (Eds.). (2025). School Nursing Certification Review. (4th edition). National Board for Certification of School Nurses. P 185-225, Chapter 1, P. 6, 9-10.
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Review test taking skills offered weekly in SNN. Thinking positive and confident will help to decrease test anxiety! YOU KNOW YOUR STUFF!!!!
Question: Thinking about testing day, which of the following best describes you!?
A. I think I can pass!
B. I have studied and I am prepared!
C. I know I can pass!
D. I know I’ll do my best!
Correct answer: You decide! Hopefully B, C and D!!!!
Rationale: This timeless line is usually spoken by Christopher Robin to Pooh Bear to offer reassurance, self-belief, and comfort. A.A. Milne in Winnie the Pooh: "You're braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." Disney
Resource: SNN study guide, review test taking strategies
Selekman, J. & Knox, E. (Eds.). (2025). School Nursing Certification Review. (4th edition). National Board for Certification of School Nurses. P 10.
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Alana Parker MSN-Ed, BSN, RN, NCSN
Mesa, AZ United States
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