Occupational Therapist (OT) NBCOT Exam Study Guide
May 30, 2011 by Rn2b
Filed under Nursing Books, Occupational Therapist (OT), Testing and Exam Help
An Occupational Therapist (OT) works with patients to improve their lives in working environments and more. The patients usually have some kind of issue, like a mental, physical, development, or emotional condition.
In order to become an OT, they must be attend a program accredited by Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) and then take a certificate exam, such as the NBCOT (National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy). State requirements do vary, though, and many require an OT to continue some form of schooling after certification to ensure up-to-date knowledge.
A few books in preparation for the NBCOT have been recommended by registered Occupational Therapists. The first is Preparing for the Occupational Therapy National Board Exam: 45 Days and Counting. This book claims that it only takes 45 days of studying with this guide in order to pass the NBCOT. It has study questions, in-depth reviews, workbook pages, and a CD-ROM companion.
The second book is Occupational Therapy Examination Review Guide: Third Edition. This books helps identify your areas of weakness, and helps 
you improve them for the exam. There are reviews, explanations, and many other helpful tips for improving your ability to pass the NBCOT.
Physical Therapist (PT) NPTE and PTEXAM Study Guides
May 30, 2011 by Rn2b
Filed under Nursing Books, Physical Therapist (PT), Testing and Exam Help
A Physical Therapist (PT) is a nurse that helps patients with physical disabilities or injuries. They help the patient attempt full use of parts, or practice motor skills.
A PT must be able to communicate effectively with patients, doctors, and other nurses to ensure optimal patient recovery.
While each state requires different types of licensure, many schools offers PT training programs, and helps the PT understand things like biology, anatomy, physiology, and so much more that helps in the day-to-day affairs of a PT’s life.
In order to get licensed, a PT must pass their state’s version of the NPTE (National Physical Therapy Examination). One 
recommended study material is the 2011 NPTE Review Simulation Software: 4,000 NPTE Questions for the PTEXAM. It works on Windows only, but covers many of the foundations for a PT exam.
A book many licensed PTs use is the Kaplan National Physical Therapy Exam by Chapman and Fratianni. If covers key content areas, has full length practice tests, helps practice diagnostics, explains terminology, and much more.
Phlebotomist Certification Exam Study Guides
May 30, 2011 by Rn2b
Filed under Nursing Books, Phlebotomist (PBT), Testing and Exam Help
A phlebotomist is a nurse that draws blood from patients on a daily basis. They have to have the right demeanor, attitude, and attention for detail, and must have a good knowledge of equipment and psychology.
There are two ways to become a phlebotomist: through schooling or hands-on experience at the job. After that, a phlebotomist needs to take a certification exam to guarantee that they can correctly draw blood and handle a patient if unexpected surprises occur.
Nurses who have earned their phlebotomy certification exam suggested the use of this study guide: Phlebotomy Technician Specialist: Certification Exam Review by Kathryn A. Kalanick. It includes a CD guide to help you study.
The other most recommended book is Phlebotomy Exam Review (McCall, Phlebotomy Exam Review). This book covers all 10 national certification exams for phlebotomy, and is written in a comprehensive way. There are sample exams to make the tester more comfortable when it comes time to take the exam.