PMHNP Certification Exam Preparation

PMHNP Certification Exam Preparation

(PMHNP Certification Exam Preparation)

Preparing for the Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification exam involves a strategic and comprehensive approach:

1. Understand the Exam Format: Familiarize yourself with the structure, types of questions (multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, etc.), and content areas covered, such as assessment and diagnosis, psychopharmacology, and therapeutic modalities.
2. Study Resources: Utilize recommended textbooks, review guides, and online resources. The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and other organizations provide study materials and practice questions.
3. Create a Study Plan: Develop a realistic timeline leading up to the exam date. Allocate specific times for each topic area and ensure regular revision sessions.
4. Practice Questions: Engage in regular practice tests to identify strengths and weaknesses. This helps in understanding the question format and time management.
5. Review and Revise: Focus on areas where you are less confident. Utilize flashcards, summaries, and study groups to reinforce learning.
6. Stay Updated: Keep abreast of current best practices, guidelines, and updates in the field of psychiatric-mental health.
7. Self-Care: Ensure adequate rest, nutrition, and stress management techniques. A healthy body and mind contribute to better focus and retention.

Assignment: FHEA Exam Follow-up

In Week 3 you completed the Fitzgerald University Exit Comprehensive Exam (FHEA) and you should have received your results. This exam is an example of the certification exam you may be required to take in order to be licensed as a Psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) in your state (Texas). Your results from the exam may reflect how you would do in the actual certification exam.

Also, remember this 3-hour exam (FHEA) was your Spring 2018 – Psychiatric Mental Health NP – Exit Exam  that is required this quarter session before you can graduate in May, 2018.

In this Assignment, you will develop a plan of action to address any areas of the exam where you may have scored less than acceptable.

                                                         Learning Objectives

Students will:

· Develop plan of action for certification exam preparation

To prepare for this Assignment:

· Develop plan of action for certification exam preparation

In 1 page:

Based on your results (64%) from the FHEA Exam, develop a plan of action, including an academic study plan, which will help you maintain your areas of strength and address the areas that need improvement, and help you prepare for the Certification Exam. Address each area of the exam including:

· Foundations of Advanced Practice Nursing

· Independent Practice Competencies

· Professional Role and Policy

N:B PLEASE INCLUDE INTRODUCTION, CONCLUSION AND REFERENCES LESS 5 YEARS OLD

“Please, this assignment is needed back in 12 hours from time of accepting the Bid, and not the DUE DATE”

                                                                    Resources

Fitzgerald Health Education Associates – fhea.com   (www.fhea.com)