Best Nursing Test Preparation Books of 2025

Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-RN® Examination is a must-have for anyone preparing for the NCLEX-RN® exam. With over 5,700 NCLEX exam-style questions, including alternate item formats and Next Generation NCLEX questions, this book prepares nursing students for success by testing their clinical judgment skills. The book also includes detailed rationales for all answers and test-taking strategies with tips on how to best approach each question, making it an invaluable resource. Written by the most trusted names in NCLEX review, Linda Anne Silvestri and Angela Elizabeth Silvestri, this book is a top choice for NCLEX preparation.

The ATI TEAS Secrets Study Guide: TEAS 7 Prep Book is an updated edition that provides a comprehensive review of all TEAS test sections. It includes six full-length practice tests, over 180 step-by-step video tutorials, and strategies for new question types that appear in the 7th edition. The guide is organized in a logical and detailed manner, making it a great resource for anyone preparing to take their Test of Essential Academic Skills. The book is a valuable tool for success in the challenging TEAS exam.

Barron’s Adult CCRN Exam Premium is the ultimate guide for those seeking to pass the Adult CCRN exam. The book contains 3 practice tests, comprehensive reviews, and online study prep, all designed to help you succeed in your certification journey. With more than 500 practice questions, you’ll be well-equipped to tackle the exam with confidence. This book is unique in its ability to provide a concise and easy-to-digest outline format, making it an excellent resource for busy professionals looking to optimize their study time. Overall, Barron’s Adult CCRN Exam Premium is a must-have for anyone looking to take their critical care nursing career to the next level.

The Next Generation NCLEX-RN Prep 2023-2024 by Kaplan Test Prep is an excellent resource for nursing students preparing for the NCLEX-RN exam. The book is fully revised for the April 2023 test change and provides expert critical thinking strategies and targeted practice. It also includes 10 critical thinking pathways and step-by-step guidance for tackling every question type on the Next Generation NCLEX-RN. The book offers a full-length practice test to gauge progress, detailed rationales for all answer choices, and instructions to access Kaplan's full-length NCLEX-RN computerized test for free. Kaplan Nursing has been providing the leading NCLEX-RN Exam Review since 1982. Overall, the book is a great investment for nursing students preparing for the NCLEX-RN exam.

The HESI Admission Assessment Exam Review is a comprehensive guide to help healthcare professionals pass their entrance exams. The book covers various subject areas, including math, reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, biology, chemistry, anatomy and physiology, and physics. With hundreds of sample questions, step-by-step explanations, and comprehensive practice exams, this user-friendly guide helps readers improve their test-taking skills and identify weak areas. The book also offers valuable test-taking tips, rationales, examples, and reminders for specific topics. Overall, the book is an excellent resource for those seeking to prepare for the HESI Admission Assessment Exam.

The Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Intensive Review, Fourth Edition is an excellent resource for those preparing for the FNP certification exam. The book, written by Maria T. Codina Leik, features updated information on the AANPCB and ANCC certification exams, practice tests, and extensive test-taking techniques. The chapters are well-organized, and each one includes valuable Exam Tips and Clinical Pearls. With the purchase of the print edition, readers receive six months of free access to ExamPrepConnect Interactive Digital Prep. This book is an indispensable tool for those seeking to boost their confidence and ensure success on the certification exam.

The Next Generation NCLEX-PN Prep 2023-2024 by Kaplan Test Prep is a comprehensive guide that offers expert critical thinking strategies and targeted practice to help nursing students prepare for the NCLEX-PN exam. The book is fully revised for the April 2023 test change, and it scrutinizes the Next Generation NCLEX question types and spells out how to answer each. The book comes with realistic practice questions, detailed rationales for all answer choices, and step-by-step guidance for tackling every question type on the Next Generation NCLEX-PN. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for nursing students preparing for the NCLEX-PN exam.

Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-PN® Examination, 8th Edition is an essential guide for anyone preparing for the NCLEX-PN exam. Written by leading NCLEX® experts Linda Anne Silvestri and Angela E. Silvestri, the book includes a review of all nursing content areas, over 4,500 NCLEX exam-style questions, detailed rationales, test-taking tips, and strategies. The book also features new Next-Generation NCLEX (NGN)-style questions and an Evolve website that simulates the exam-taking experience with a choice of practice questions along with realistic practice tests. With its Pyramid to Success approach, this book is a perennial favorite of students preparing for the NCLEX.

The Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-RN® Examination, 8th Edition is a must-have for anyone preparing for the NCLEX®. With over 5,200 practice questions, including alternate item format questions, this book is the most comprehensive NCLEX exam review book available. The book includes detailed rationales for all answers, helping students learn from their mistakes and develop test-taking strategies. The companion Evolve website provides thousands of additional questions for even more practice. The inclusion of audio review summaries on key topics is a unique feature that sets this book apart. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for anyone seeking to pass the NCLEX-RN® exam.

The HESI A2 Secrets Study Guide by Mometrix Test Preparation is a comprehensive review book designed to help students pass the Health Education Systems, Inc. Admission Assessment Exam. The book covers all sections of the exam, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology, Professional Practice, and Testing. It includes practice test questions, step-by-step video tutorials, and tips and strategies to improve test performance. The guide is well-organized and easy to follow, making it an excellent resource for anyone preparing for the HESI A2 exam.