Succeed in OSCEs and Practical Exams An Essential Guide for Nurses [Paperback]

OSCEs or practical examinations are intended to challenge you both personally and professionally, whilst testing your competence with the key clinical skills that nurses need to demonstrate to be effective in practice.

This book is designed to be the ultimate companion to help you fly through OSCEs with ease. It covers:

• What OSCEs involve and how to prepare for them
• The most common types of OSCE scenarios
• What examiners are looking for in OSCEs
• How to develop your own clinical simulation learning style
• How to learn from your OSCEs
• How reflection can help give you greater understanding of your clinical simulation practice

Succeed in OSCEs and Practical Examsis indispensable reading for nursing students taking all courses that involve OSCEs or practical exams - including diplomas, degrees and short CPD courses.Introducing OSCEs and the book

Understanding OSCEs: what you need to know

Preparing for your OSCE: getting the most out of your learning

What to expect from your OSCE

Preparing for your OSCE: Before and on the day

Sample OSCEs: Adult Basic Life Support, Medicines Management and Aseptic Non-touch Technique

After the OSCE has finished

Summary

Clair Merriman is the Head of Professional Practice Skills in the School of Health and Social Care at Oxford Brookes University, UK.

Liz Westcott is Director of Pre Qualifying Learning and Development in the School of Health and Social Care at Oxford Brookes University, UK.