How to pass the NBCE Part IV
Tip # 1 - Have a study plan
Time sure appears to fly at times and before you know it .... the NBCE Part IV will be fast approaching. It is therefore imperative that you have a study plan and that you work your plan, daily.
As part of your plan, commit to studying at least 2 hours every day specifically for the NBCE Part IV. Consistent preparation is key to success. Realize that this does not mean that the entire 2 hours (120 minutes) needs to be done as one block. Turn any down time that you may have into productive study time by taking an ISL practise exam.
Stay focused and work your study plan. The time spent now using the iSuperLearn system will pay huge dividends and ensure your continued success at the NBCE P IV.
Tip # 2 - Build strong memory pegs
You have attended lectures and clinics, made notes and reviewed your textbooks. It is time to enhance those memory pegs by taking the iSuperlearn MCQ (multiple choice questions) practise exams. These exams were specifically designed to build visual and kinesthetic memory pegs, develop your critical understanding and mastery of the core information and prepare you for the NBCE Part IV environment where time is a crucial element.
Select an iSuperLearn MCQ practise exam and begin. Each exam is NOT timed - to allow you to thoroughly read the question and choose an answer. Do not leave any question blank. If you do not know the answer, make an educated guess. When you go forward, the e-learning platform will display the correct choice and the rationale. Take a few seconds to study the question, the correct answer and thoroughly understand the rationale. Upon completion you will receive a score and the amount of time elapsed. Please make a note of your performance.
Take this same iSuperLearn MCQ practise exam again and this time have a notepad ready to jot a few notes. You have been exposed to the questions and the correct answers so this time thru you can slow down and take you time. Though the exam questions remain the same, each time you access this exam the questions are randomized and in addition the choices for each question are also randomly presented. This is to challenge and reinforce your memory pegs. If you are unsure of any answer, make a note on your notepad and after completion, review your textbook and/or study notes to fully understand why that choice is correct. This rapidly builds your understanding and eventual mastery of the information covered. This step is vital. Do not short change yourself and this process by simply memorizing the correct answer. Once you master this information, it would not matter how the questions are presented at the NBCE Part IV ... you will know the correct choice.
When you can consistently score over 85% on this iSuperLearn MCQ practise exam, you are ready to move on to another iSuperLean practise exam and repeat this process.
Keep focused. Work your study plan. Take each iSuperLearn practise exam repeatedly.
Tip # 3 – Proven Exam Strategies
A. Effective time management. At the NBCE P IV you will rotate thru 7 Full Patient Encounter Stations each lasting 22 minutes. Specific details can be found here ...
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Start using the iSuperLearning MCQ practise exams to hone your internal time clock to 22 minutes allocating time to each process outline above. This strategy makes effective and efficient use of your time. It also primes your subconscious mind to look for the answers and clues as you systematically work through the process.
Your stress levels will be way down during the environment of the NBCE P IV and thus you will dramatically increase your success.
B. Never panic. Panic is counter productive. Even if you draw a complete blank, smile and take a deep breath and continue to get work through the process. Make notes.
C. Stay focused. Continue to work through this proven process. Use the iSuperLearn practise exams to hone your internal time clock and to develop your ability for your own success strategy.
Tip # 4 – Optimize your brain functions
You have been studying for years to arrive where you are now preparing for the NBCE Parts 2 & 3.
Don't mess up by walking into the Boards with your brain neurons misfiring due to the lack of sleep.
As little as one hour lack of sleep measurably impairs cognitive activity. A good night's rest is essential for you to ace the Boards. Don't short change yourself. If you have not been already doing so, start today getting 6 – 8 hours of sleep each and every night.
Stay focused. Continue to work your study plan. Be wise. Get enough sleep.
Tip # 5 – Fuel your brain
Fuel your brain for success at the Boards
As a Chiropractor you know the importance that diet plays in health and well being. Practise what you will be preaching!
On the day of the Boards be sure to eat a good, satisfying breakfast with enough protein and complex carbohydrates to provide sustained fuel during the Boards. Take fresh fruit of choice with you and consume at the start of each session. Glucose is the preferred fuel for the brain.
If you have been accustomed to having a cup of coffee with breakfast by all means continue and do not skip.
If you are looking for a natural kick consider consuming some vitamin B complex.
Stay focused. Work your study plan. Take the iSuperLearn practise exams repeatedly. Sleep well. Fuel your body and brain for success.
Tip # 6 – The Night Before The Boards
'Twas the night before the Boardswhen all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.
As a super learning user you are fast asleep
Confident in the success you are soon to reap.
Be sure to go to bed early tonight to get a great night's sleep. You want all of those brain neurons to be firing optimally.
Get up early tomorrow and enjoy a quick workout to get your metabolism in high gear.
Eat a wonderful breakfast to fuel your brain for the task ahead.
Plan to arrive early at the examination center. Give yourself ample time for traffic and any other delays which can occur. On the way play your favourite tunes loudly and sing along. Get the endorphins rushing. Who cares who is watching. You are on your way to rock the Boards!
Believe in yourself!
All of your hours of hard work and the investments in yourself are about to pay off.