[colemanchris26]

I am traveling to a new assignment and I am required to take PBDS testing. I was wondering if anyone has taken ICU PBDS tests lately? If so could you describe some of the types of questions that I should prepare for. Any help would be appreicated.

Tanks Chris

[cougarnurse]

Hi, Colemanchris! There was one thread regarding the test; here is a link to what is covered: http://www.clinicalone.com/c1/career...enttesting.asp Hope this helps!

'Cat'

[AmandaWIRN]

I have a study guide for the PBDS- if you PM me with your e-mail address, I can e-mail it to you.

[tnurseg]

There Was A Guide On The Rn Network Web Site Just Like The One I Took In Ohio. The Secret Is To Dx. The Patient And To Show What You Would Do To Help The Paient. Meds. Labs, Etc.

[patricew]

I have not had to take this test yet but sure don't like what I have heard about it-sounds like a lot of BS to me. Since when are nurse's supposed to make a medical diagnosis? I think I will refuse any assignments that require this. Make me MAD just thinking about it. My references and credentials should be proof enough that I am competent!

[Kdog]

I've taken the test 3 times in Florida and passed, but I will never take it again.
It's a grueling 4 hour test that has a twist to it, that being: diagnosing the medical issue and writing a book of nursing care with rationales. So many nurses failed it this year at Southwest Regional Hospital in Fort Myers and they had to pack and leave.
It's ridiculous.

[villagetraveler.1]

Originally Posted by colemanchris26

I am traveling to a new assignment and I am required to take PBDS testing. I was wondering if anyone has taken ICU PBDS tests lately? If so could you describe some of the types of questions that I should prepare for. Any help would be appreicated.

Tanks Chris

Yeah. I know this is months late, but just refuse to work at a hospital that is using PBDS. I've taken my boards. This is just a money making proposition for one person. Unite! Refuse, refuse, refuse.

[Kdog]

Hey Will,
Don't let that test or that hospital break your spirit.
Do you have any idea of how many nurse DO NOT PASS.. ALOT
If you are a travel nurse and you fail, the hospital cancels your contract and I've seen alot of nurses WALK while on assignment. It is wierd test. I've taken it 3 times and passed but studied 1st. I will not take it again.
Too bad the nurse educator was not more in the educating mood..
Move On

[elm1221]

I went to an inservice on tuesday of last week about PBDS. only 66% of people who took the test passed in 2007: 23% were new grads, 43% were experienced nurses and/or travelers. The numbers are looking better for 2008, but are not published yet.

[AmandaWIRN]

OK, for those who need the PBDS study guide, READ BELOW!

Send me a PM with your e-mail address so I can send you the study guide. To send a PM, click on my user name to the left, then click on "send private message." Make sure you send your e-mail address, or I will not be able to send the study guide.

The study guide is for the med/surg version of the exam, I do NOT have study guides for the ICU, NICU, or any other specialty version, so please don't ask- I don't have them! I work ER/Trauma, and I was given the med/surg test.

You do not need to keep posting responses to this thread asking for the study guide, just send me a PM!!! Also, do NOT post your e-mail address in the public forums, send it to me in a PM!