4 Min Read In nursing, academic integrity is not just a lofty ideal. It is a cornerstone of professional practice. When you cheat in nursing school, you put your future in danger, and you put the lives of your patients in danger. “If I’m a nursing student and I cheat on an exam, I’m not learning what I need to know,” said Monique Doughty, BSN, RN, host of the Straight A Nursing podcast. “Cheating is not ‘helping’ me, though I may think I’m helping myself to get a better grade. I’m actually putting public safety at risk. It’s a big deal.” Doughty, also known as “Nurse Mo,” explored academic int ..read more

NURSING SCHOOL SUCCESS: Focused Review: What It Is and How to Get the Most out of It Date Published: Oct. 7, 2023 Sometimes, knowing what to study during nursing school can be tough. With tons of chapters and hundreds of textbook pages packed full of information, not to mention your notes from class, it can seem impossible to pinpoint the material that you need to spend your precious time reviewing in order to improve your understanding of key concepts and skills a nurse should know. Luckily, ATI Focused Reviews can help alleviate some of the stress of knowing the areas that you should ..read more

Applying to nursing school can be a complex process requiring organization and attention to detail. In this article, Nurse Mo from Straight A Nursing simplifies the application process and provides tips for managing it like a pro. Overview of the application process  Applying to nursing school typically involves satisfying prerequisite requirements in advance, though some schools may build these into the curriculum. In most cases, however, you’ll need to determine the specific prerequisite classes for each program in which you are interested and fulfill those obligations before submitting ..read more

NURSING SCHOOL SUCCESS: NCLEX Support You’ll Want to Bookmark Are you gearing up to take the NCLEX? As the most important exam of your career, you will want to ensure that you’re taking the time to not only prepare for test day but to also understand the test itself – from knowing how the exam works, the format of the questions, and what the test plan looks like. So where do you start? We’re sharing some helpful resources – via the new ATI NCLEX Student Support Center – to aid you on your way to NCLEX success. The NCLEX basics: An interactive video overview Start with the basics. In this ..read more

PASSING THE NCLEX: Taking NCLEX This Year? Here’s What You Need to Know. If you’re taking the NCLEX this year – particularly on or after April 1, 2023 – you may have heard the phrases, “Next Gen NCLEX” or, “NGN.” As a test taker, what does this mean to you? Let us explain. First things first – let’s break down the acronyms. Between NCLEX, NCSBN and NGN, there’s a lot to keep track of when it comes to understanding your board exam. Let’s start with the basics. NCLEX & NCSBN: The National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX), is administered by the National Council of State Boards of ..read more

ATI ADVICE: Learning Engaged: A Spotlight on the Engage Series Date Published: October 19, 2022 ATI’s Engage Series is a first-of-its-kind, fully interactive solution that is designed to engage you and enhance your learning. Currently, our Engage Series includes Engage Fundamentals, Engage Mental Health, and Engage Community & Public Health with more on the horizon. At ATI, we understand that students need current content and practices that focus on the need-to-know for a nurse generalist today and reduce the nice-to-know. With a more tailored scope to learning, you’ll be able to di ..read more

PRE-NURSING PREP: Dry Run 101: A Must-Do for TEAS Remote Exams Date Published: October 12, 2022 Let us introduce you to an important asset in TEAS exam day preparation – the dry run. If you’re taking a remote version of the exam, meaning you are not testing at an institution’s campus or testing center, we recommend doing a dry run to ensure that you’re ready for test day. What’s a dry run? A dry run is an opportunity for you to walk through the test day experience and make sure that you, your testing device, your testing space and all technical requirements are ready and met ..read more

TEAS: Introducing the Official ATI TEAS App Date Published: August 24, 2022 Say hello to the only ATI TEAS study app from the creators of the exam. We’re excited to announce the launch of our new TEAS prep app, another addition to ATI’s suite of TEAS prep products. Keep reading to learn more about the features of this helpful new tool. (Note: ATI offers two versions of our app, a Free version and a paid version. If you choose to purchase our paid app, you can gain access to these great features.) 2400+ Questions The official ATI TEAS study app includes more than 2,400 questions for you ..read more

NURSING SCHOOL SUCCESS: Lifestyle Changes to Help You Prepare for Nursing School Date Published: August 18, 2022 You have just begun an incredible new chapter in your professional healthcare journey – getting accepted into nursing school! Along with excitement, this chapter can bring feelings of stress from the unknown. It is important to remember that you are not alone, and everyone is feeling this way. Here are a few tips that will help prepare you as you begin your nursing school career. Create a schedule. Nursing students are busy, so using your time efficiently will improve your ov ..read more

TEAS: How to Set Up Your TEAS Test Space at Home Date Published: July 13, 2022 When it comes to taking the TEAS exam, ATI’s remote (at-home) online test-taking method is a great option for students who prefer to test from the comfort of their own home. Being in a space that you are familiar with can help you tune out distractions and focus on your exam, and in addition to skipping the commute to a testing center, you could even take the TEAS in your pajamas! However, one of the downsides to taking the TEAS at home instead of at a testing center or institution is that your room may not m ..read more