SMNP Reviews Articles

Oct 11, 2023

The AANP FNP Pass Rate is Down to 75%. Here’s What to Know to Decrease Your Anxiety and Pass the Exam

In the last year, the AANP FNP pass rate declined from 85% in 2021 to 75% in 2022. Understandably, we’ve seen an increase in anxiety around this exam and some questions from students wondering why the pass rate dropped nearly 10%. Here at SMNP Reviews, we know that anxiety is one of the greatest obstacles READ MORE

Sep 25, 2023

Shadowing a Nurse Practitioner: Get a Glimpse of Your Future Role

One of the most significant career transitions that a nurse can make is from the bedside to an advanced practice role. Advanced practice nursing as a nurse practitioner carries with it a lot of responsibility as an independent provider, but it can also be very rewarding! Before you start working as a nurse practitioner, you READ MORE

Jul 31, 2023

How to Study for Nurse Practitioner Boards

Congratulations on reaching the finish line of your nurse practitioner program! You’ve gained so much wealth of knowledge and clinical expertise to get to this point. Still, you probably have the weight of taking your board exam on your shoulders. But here’s the good news: you already have the tools you need to pass and READ MORE

May 04, 2023

Sarah Michelle NP Reviews is Now Powered by Blueprint Test Prep

What do we always say at Sarah Michelle NP Reviews? “You will pass!” And SMNP Reviews students are doing just that, with a >99% pass rate! But the learning and education don’t stop when you pass your NP boards. That’s just the next step in your evolution as a lifelong learner. To support you in this READ MORE

Apr 12, 2023

Introducing the New SMNP Reviews Blog: Your Go-To Source for NP Board Exam Review and Test Anxiety Management

Welcome to the new SMNP Reviews blog! Your go-to source for everything related to NP board exam preparation and test anxiety management. Whether you’re an aspiring NP or new to practice, you’ll find everything you need to know right here! At SMNP Reviews, we believe in empowering our NP community with the knowledge and skills READ MORE