About This Book
2024-2025 Saunders Clinical Judgment and Test-Taking Strategies: Passing Nursing School and the NCLEX Exam
This book is a comprehensive guide designed to help nursing students prepare for their exams and develop strong clinical judgment skills. Written by leading NCLEX experts Linda Anne Silvestri, PhD, RN, ANEF, FAAN, and Angela Silvestri, PhD, APRN, FNP-BC, this 8th edition is a must-have resource for any nursing student aiming to succeed in their studies and pass the NCLEX exam.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by nursing students in various stages of their education, from those in nursing programs to those preparing for the NCLEX-RN exam. It is also a valuable resource for nursing educators and professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of clinical judgment and test-taking strategies.
History and Editions
The 2024-2025 Saunders Clinical Judgment and Test-Taking Strategies has been updated to address the latest changes in the NCLEX exam format. This edition includes 1,200 practice questions that represent all question types, including alternate item formats and new test items for the Next Generation NCLEX. The book has been a trusted resource for nursing students for many years, with each edition incorporating user feedback and the latest research in nursing education.
Author and Other Works
Linda Anne Silvestri is a well-known expert in NCLEX preparation and has authored several books on nursing education. Angela Silvestri brings her expertise in advanced practice nursing to the text, ensuring that it remains current and relevant. Together, they provide practical tips and realistic practice that nursing students need to succeed on any exam.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers key nursing areas such as clinical judgment, prioritization, leading and managing, communication, and pharmacology.
- Practice Questions: Includes 1,200 practice questions with detailed rationales and test-taking strategies.
- Categorization of Questions: Questions are categorized by level (beginning, intermediate, or advanced) to make it a useful tool throughout your nursing program.
- Evolve Companion Website: The Evolve companion website provides additional resources and practice questions, helping you prepare for the changes to the NCLEX exam.
- Student-to-Student Tips: Highlights real-life strategies that have helped other students successfully complete nursing school and pass the NCLEX exam.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Paperback: ISBN-13: 9780323874250
- eBook: Available through various e-book retailers (e.g., VitalSource)
- Related ISBNs:
- Hardcover: Not available (only paperback)
- eBook: eText ISBN (available through VitalSource)
- Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers
Publication Details
- Publisher: Elsevier
- Publication Date: September 15th, 2023
- Number of Pages: 280 pages
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
- The book is available in paperback format with access to the Evolve companion website.
- The eBook version is available through various e-book retailers.
- Rental options are available from different retailers.
Additional Resources
For more information about this book and its companion resources, you can visit the official website of the authors or the publisher's website. The Evolve companion website offers additional practice questions and study tools to help you prepare for your exams.
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for "2024-2025 Saunders Clinical Judgment and Test-Taking Strategies," making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.