REx-PN Exam Course
REx-PN Exam Course
Looking to get licensed as a practical nurse? Gain the confidence you need for a rewarding practical nursing career in Ontario and British Columbia.
Ontario
British Columbia
REx-PN Exam Course
Ontario
British Columbia
Looking to get licensed as a practical nurse? Gain the confidence you need for a rewarding practical nursing career in Ontario and British Columbia.
Why Prep Nursing for REx-PN Exam?
Become a Registered Practical Nurse in Ontario or British Columbia
Prepare to excel in the Regulatory Exam for Practical Nurse (REx-PN) with our comprehensive preparation course.
Designed specifically for nurses aiming to become Registered Practical Nurses (RPN) in Ontario or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) in British Columbia, our course provides expert-led sessions and personalized study plans.
Delve into the core concepts and skills necessary to pass the exam and embark on a fulfilling nursing career. Your journey to success starts here, with our REx-PN preparation course.
Course Features
32+ Live Lectures
4 High Quality Mock Exams
Quiz Bank with 5,000+ Questions
Direct Access to Instructors
Full Course Details
10+ Weeks program (8 weeks + 2 weeks of Mock Exams)
32+ Live Lectures
95+ hours of live lectures
Practice Quizzes after topics
Weekly in class Q&A sessions
5000+ questions on LMS Platform
Performance Trackability and Progress Monitoring.
4 Full REx-PN Simulation Mock Exams (CAT Adaptive)
1-on-1 Session with the instructor before the Exam* (Conditions apply)
Passing Guarantee*
*Our passing guarantee is activated when a Full Course trainee can prove that they have failed the Evaluating Exam while having passed all four mock exams (passing grade is 75%), attended 90% or more of lectures, as well as, passed 70% of all quizzes. Qualifying trainees will be allowed to take another Evaluating Exam course within the following cycle or the cycle that follows that.
Course Schedule
Week 1:
- Test-Taking Strategies & Exam Format
- Understanding the structure of the REx-PN exam
- Familiarity with NCLEX-style questions: multiple-choice, SATA, prioritization, etc.
- Time management and tips for managing exam anxiety
- Ethical & Legal Principles in Nursing
- Nurse practice acts, scope of practice, and professional ethics
- Patient rights, confidentiality, and informed consent
- Legal issues in nursing practice (e.g., negligence, malpractice)
- Health Assessment
- Head-to-toe assessment techniques
- Collecting and documenting health histories
- Identifying abnormal findings and understanding documentation
- In-Class Practice Session & Review
Week 2:
- Safety & Infection Control
- Standard precautions and infection control protocols
- Risk management and error prevention strategies
- Patient safety guidelines (e.g., fall prevention, medication safety)
- Fluids & Electrolytes
- Fluid balance, electrolyte imbalances, and fluid compartments
- IV therapy principles and proper administration techniques
- Recognizing signs and symptoms of dehydration, overhydration, and electrolyte disturbances
- Acid-Base Imbalance
- Understanding metabolic and respiratory acidosis/alkalosis
- ABG interpretation and appropriate nursing interventions
- In-Class Practice Session & Review
Week 3:
- Cardiovascular System
- Heart anatomy, circulation, and hemodynamics
- Common cardiovascular disorders (e.g., HTN, CHF, arrhythmias, MI)
- ECG interpretation and management of cardiac emergencie
- Cardiovascular Nursing Care
- Antihypertensive medications and nursing considerations
- Management of coronary artery disease, heart failure, and post-cardiac surgery care
- Respiratory System
- Respiratory anatomy and common disorders (COPD, asthma, pneumonia)
- Oxygen therapy, ventilation, and airway management
- ABG interpretation and respiratory distress management
- In-Class Practice Session & Review
Week 4:
- Gastrointestinal System
- GI anatomy, function, and disorders (e.g., GERD, IBS, ulcers)
- Therapeutic nutrition, hydration, and diets (e.g., low-sodium, low-fat)
- Preoperative and postoperative care for GI surgeries
- Neurological System
- Neurological assessments (cranial nerves, reflexes, level of consciousness)
- Common CNS disorders (e.g., stroke, seizures, multiple sclerosis)
- Pain management and neurological disorders nursing interventions
- Endocrine System
- Endocrine glands, hormones, and related disorders (e.g., diabetes, thyroid issues)
- Diabetes management, insulin administration, and patient education
- Hypo- and hyperthyroidism, adrenal disorders, and patient education
- In-Class Practice Session & Review
Week 5:
- Genitourinary System
- Renal anatomy, function, and common disorders (e.g., UTI, kidney failure)
- Diuretics, dialysis, and electrolyte management
- Sexual health, STDs, and reproductive health
- Maternal Health Nursing
- Pregnancy, labor, and delivery phases (antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum)
- Common complications in pregnancy (e.g., preeclampsia, gestational diabetes)
- Postpartum care, newborn care, and breastfeeding support
- Pediatrics
- Pediatric growth and development milestones
- Common pediatric illnesses (e.g., asthma, croup, dehydration)
- Pediatric medication administration and safety considerations
- In-Class Practice Session & Review
Week 6:
- Musculoskeletal System
- Musculoskeletal assessments (e.g., joint range of motion, muscle strength)
- Common musculoskeletal disorders (e.g., fractures, osteoarthritis)
- Pain management strategies for musculoskeletal conditions
- Integumentary System
- Skin assessment, wound care, and pressure ulcer staging
- Common skin infections (e.g., cellulitis, fungal infections)
- Burns, trauma, and skin infection management
- Mental Health Nursing
- Mental health assessments and therapeutic communication
- Common psychiatric disorders (e.g., anxiety, depression, schizophrenia)
- Medication management for psychiatric conditions (e.g., SSRIs, antipsychotics)
- In-Class Practice Session & Review
Week 7:
- Pharmacology Basics
- Medication classifications, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics
- Common drug interactions, side effects, and nursing considerations
- High-alert medications and safe administration practices
- Parenteral Therapies and Blood Products
- Types of intravenous fluids and their uses
- Blood transfusions, blood products, and transfusion reactions
- Calculating IV flow rates and administering fluids safely
- IV Complications & CVADs (Central Venous Access Devices)
- Complications of IV therapy (e.g., infiltration, phlebitis)
- Care and maintenance of central venous access devices (e.g., PICCs, central lines)
- Administering IV push medications safely
- In-Class Practice Session & Review
Week 8:
- Comprehensive Review of All Systems
- Review of key concepts from all body systems covered in prior weeks
- Critical thinking, prioritization, and clinical decision-making practice
- REx-PN Style Practice Questions
- Practice with REx-PN-style questions (multiple-choice, SATA, prioritization)
- Focus on weaker areas and high-yield topics
- Test-Taking Strategies
- How to manage test anxiety, improve time management, and stay focused
- Final review of common question patterns, handling difficult questions
- Last-minute tips for success on exam day
- In-Class Practice Session & Review
Week 9 & 10 Mock exams (4 Mocks)