{"id":4787,"date":"2016-04-20T18:32:45","date_gmt":"2016-04-20T18:32:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.picmonic.com\/pages\/?p=4787"},"modified":"2023-09-08T21:07:41","modified_gmt":"2023-09-08T21:07:41","slug":"test-taking-anxiety-nursing-school","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.picmonic.com\/pages\/test-taking-anxiety-nursing-school\/","title":{"rendered":"Ditch the Test-Taking Anxiety Monster in Nursing School"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Alright, time to talk about the big thing on a lot of our minds\u2026test-taking anxiety<\/em><\/strong>! And with nursing school exams creeping up, it\u2019s a great time to learn some ways to just knock it out!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Test-taking anxiety is a common issue among nursing school students, and we\u2019ve all felt the pain at some point. The important thing to remember is that it\u2019s all a head game. Here are some tips and tricks to remember before you run screaming for the hills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Preparation is Key<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The number one thing to remember is to be prepared. This will give you a positive attitude walking into the exam, and set your mind up for success. When you walk into the exam knowing your material, your head is already telling you: YOU GOT THIS. Anxiety stands no chance against you.<\/p>\n\n\n

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2. Ditch that 2nd Cuppa Joe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Enough sleep. Check. Healthy breaky. Check. But also- limit the caffeine before the test (gasp!) We understand; we\u2019ve all had those mornings where we need an IV drip of coffee running through our veins, too. But try to refrain and keep it to one to two cups, just so you aren\u2019t too jittery during the test.<\/p>\n\n\n

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3. Walk it Out<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You know that guy who is sitting there frantically ruffling through his notes and pacing around five minutes before the exam? Don\u2019t be that guy. In fact, get away from that guy. Take a five minute walk before the exam to clear your head. You\u2019ll walk in with a fresh mind instead of hyperventilating into a paper bag.<\/p>\n\n\n

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4. Double Bubble<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Studies suggest that chewing gum before the exam improves performance. Right before the exam starts, grab something with a really strong flavour, like cinnamon or spearmint. It\u2019ll keep you alert, especially if you don\u2019t have that caffeine buzz going!<\/p>\n\n\n

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5. Channel Your Inner Yogi<\/h2>\n\n\n
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If you start panicking, try some relaxation techniques. A good go-to is deep breathing. We\u2019re talking big breaths here! Inhale through your nose for five seconds, hold it for three seconds, then slowly let it out. Do this about three times, and you\u2019ll notice a significant difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Think About Your Toes<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Ok, now you\u2019ve tried everything, but your blood pressure is rising, and other students are walking out of the room on their merry way while you\u2019re melting down. What now?! *Think About your Toes.* When the panic sets in and you start to lose focus, wiggling your toes will bring you back to the present moment and put you right back on track to where your focus needs to be. Go ahead, try it!
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Take Aways<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If there is one thing you should take away from all this (aside from a newfound appreciation for your toes), is to be prepared. If you know your content, the rest is all just a mind game that you can easily beat! Click below to see how Picmonic can help you learn to master the content so you can ditch that anxiety monster once and for all!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have any tips or tricks on test taking anxiety that could help other students, give us a shout at feedback@picmonic.com!<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good luck on those exams and let us know how you did!<\/p>\n\n\n\n