368 pagesOver 1,300 multiple-choice questions are accompanied by answers and detailed rationales for correct answers.The chapter on Test-Taking Strategies (chapter 1) uses test examples to guide readers through techniques to increase critical thinking, testing skills for paper and computerized tests, strategies for decreasing anxiety, and tips to improve study habits.Clinical chapters are divided into three areas: Physical Examination and Diagnostic Tests, Disorders, and Pharmacology for a comprehensive presentation that makes it easy to locate specific information within each system.Chapters on Theory & Research, Issues & Trends, and Legal & Ethical Issues provide information on professional competencies inherent in the role of the FNP.Questions cover the latest information on assessment, diagnosis, client education, planning and intervention, evaluation of response to health care, health promotion strategies, scope of practice, and ethics are included to mirror the content found on the exams.All contributors are certified Family Nurse Practitioners.A companion CD-ROM includes all of the questions from the book, and is able to generate an unlimited number of 175-question exams that mirror the actual certification test format.
I bought 6 different review books. I rate this one as the BEST just because of the CD with the practice tests, these practice tests where very close to what the real test was like. I just took the AANP exam today and passed! This book is a MUST have. I found some of the questions from this book on the actual test. Excellent resource.
Passed AANP in 98% with this book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
I used the CD with this book to prepare for the boards. I don't know if the book has been revised since some of the reviewers noticing errors, but I didn't find any. I used the CD the most to prepare for the AANP FNP test, and also listened to Margaret Fitzgerald CDs. The test questions were extremely helpful as after you take the test you can see the answers and justifications. Some of the questions on the test seemed very similar. It also gets you into the mode of taking a test on the computer, which if you haven't been practicing can take some adjustment. You also can see how long it takes you to complete the test questions if speed is a concern for you. I scored in the 98% for my test (in June, 2008) so I think the cost of the book and CD was well worth it!
Great Book!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
I bought 2 books before buying this book. And this book I thought was the most helpful. It had excellent questions. The diabetes questions and others in the book helped me be prepared to pass the exam over the other two books I bought.
Thorough, easy to read,
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
Overall, a very thorough, excellent resource for cert. prep. The answers and rationales section provided me with an opportunity to assimilate and recall needed review information without bogging me down. This review book, along with a review course assisted me to pass my FNP exam.
Excellent review book with up to date information
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
I have the 1999 edition of this review book. Every topic is fully covered, and the rationales are all a paragraph long with great explanations. The information in the book is up to date and current. There are tons and tons of difficult and challenging questions. Topics covered are growth and development, health promotion, all the body systems, emergencies, research and theory, and lots more. I would suggest this book for any FNP candidate.
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