Week 1 Certification Review Plan NR 603

18 August 2024

Week 1 - Certification Review Plan NR 603

NR667 Week 1 Certification Review Plan

Learning Goal 1: Improve my knowledge of respiratory function and diseases.

  • What do you want to accomplish?
    • I aim to enhance my understanding and diagnostic ability regarding respiratory function and diseases.
  • Learning Activities:
    • Complete respiratory subject-specific exams in the APEA myQbank until I consistently score at least 85% or higher.
    • Review respiratory and pulmonary sections in the “Clinical Guidelines in Primary Care” textbook.
    • Watch, listen, and take notes on all APEA Hollier videos related to respiratory topics.
    • Ask my preceptor to guide me through a detailed lung assessment during clinical rotations.
    • Attend the on-ground FNP Intensive review with a focus on respiratory topics.
  • Timeline:
    • Most of this goal will be accomplished by the end of Week 5, with continued review as necessary throughout the remainder of the course. The on-ground intensive review will be completed by Week 8.
  • Reflection:
    • By improving my respiratory evaluation and diagnostic abilities, I will be better equipped to make informed decisions regarding patient treatment, enhance my communication with colleagues, and prepare for the national certification exam.

Learning Goal 2: Improve my knowledge of women’s health.

  • What do you want to accomplish?
    • I aim to strengthen my knowledge and skills in women’s health, focusing on diagnosis and management.
  • Learning Activities:
    • Complete women’s health section-specific exam questions in APEA myQbank until I consistently score at least 85% or higher.
    • Review the women’s health section in the “Clinical Guidelines in Primary Care” textbook.
    • Watch, listen, and take notes on all APEA Hollier videos related to women’s health.
    • Request guidance from my preceptor on conducting detailed assessments in women’s health during clinical rotations.
    • Attend the on-ground FNP Intensive review and focus on women’s health topics.
  • Timeline:
    • Most of this goal will be accomplished by the end of Week 7, with the on-ground intensive review completed by Week 8.
  • Reflection:
    • Improving my women’s health evaluation and diagnostic abilities will ensure I provide the best care for my patients. This will also enhance my readiness for the national certification exam.

Learning Goal 3: Improve my knowledge of sexually transmitted diseases (STIs).

  • What do you want to accomplish?
    • I aim to improve my understanding of the diagnosis and management of STIs.
  • Learning Activities:
    • Complete STIs section-specific exam questions in APEA myQbank until I consistently score at least 85% or higher.
    • Review the STIs section in the “Clinical Guidelines in Primary Care” textbook.
    • Watch, listen, and take notes on all APEA Hollier videos related to STIs.
    • Request guidance from my preceptor on STI assessment and treatment plans during clinical rotations.
    • Attend the on-ground FNP Intensive review and focus on STI-related topics.
  • Timeline:
    • Most of this goal will be accomplished by the end of Week 7, with the on-ground intensive review completed by Week 8.
  • Reflection:
    • By achieving this goal, I will enhance my ability to provide quality care and effective treatment plans for patients with STIs, ultimately preparing me for the certification exam.

Learning Goal 4: Improve my knowledge and competency in professional issues.

  • What do you want to accomplish?
    • I aim to deepen my understanding of professional issues relevant to advanced practice nursing.
  • Learning Activities:
    • Practice and review professional issues-specific exam questions in APEA myQbank until I consistently score at least 85% or higher.
    • Read at least four advanced practice nursing or medical journal articles related to professional issues.
    • Review the professional issues section in the Hollier certification book and conduct further research on any unclear topics.
    • Ask my preceptor for guidance on protecting my licensure and understanding key professional issues.
    • Attend the on-ground FNP Intensive review with a focus on professional issues.
  • Timeline:
    • Most of this goal will be accomplished by the end of Week 6, with the on-ground intensive review completed by Week 8.
  • Reflection:
    • Enhancing my knowledge of professional issues will protect my practice and licensure, and prepare me for a variety of complex situations, contributing to my success on the certification exam.

Learning Goal 5: Improve my knowledge of diagnosing patients.

  • What do you want to accomplish?
    • I aim to strengthen my diagnostic abilities across a range of conditions.
  • Learning Activities:
    • Complete a mix of diagnostic exam questions in APEA myQbank until I consistently score at least 85% or higher.
    • Review diagnostic criteria for diseases in the “Clinical Guidelines in Primary Care” textbook.
    • Watch, listen, and take notes on APEA Hollier videos focused on diagnostics.
    • Complete up to 10 case studies to enhance my diagnostic accuracy.
    • Attend the on-ground FNP Intensive review and focus on diagnostic criteria.
  • Timeline:
    • Most of this goal will be accomplished by the end of Week 7, with the on-ground intensive review completed by Week 8.
  • Reflection:
    • Improving my diagnostic skills will allow me to make accurate decisions in patient care, enhance communication with colleagues, and prepare me for the national certification exam.

Learning Goal 6: Improve my knowledge of pharmacotherapeutics.

  • What do you want to accomplish?
    • I aim to deepen my understanding of pharmacotherapeutics, ensuring accurate medication management.
  • Learning Activities:
    • Complete a mix of pharmacology-specific exam questions in APEA myQbank until I consistently score at least 90% or higher.
    • Review pharmacologic treatment guidelines in the “Clinical Guidelines in Primary Care” textbook.
    • Watch, listen, and take notes on APEA Hollier videos focused on pharmacology.
    • Complete additional pharmacology-specific questions in FNP certification apps and research any unclear topics.
    • Attend the on-ground FNP Intensive review and focus on pharmacology.
  • Timeline:
    • All of this goal will be accomplished by the end of Week 8, with ongoing review as needed.
  • Reflection:
    • Strengthening my pharmacology knowledge will ensure I provide safe and effective treatment for my patients, preparing me for successful certification and competent practice.

Reflection Summary:Achieving these goals will not only prepare me for the national certification exam but will also make me a more knowledgeable and competent nurse practitioner. By focusing on critical areas like respiratory function, women’s health, STIs, professional issues, diagnostics, and pharmacotherapeutics, I will be well-equipped to provide high-quality care and make informed clinical decisions.