PBDS Test

[laura_n_rn]

I just wanted to thank you, Amanda, your study guide helped...I passed the dreaded PBDS! But I don't ever want to take it again....

:nurse-hang: It almost killed me!

[yburs2]

I have to take the PBDS for Arlington Memorial in Texas. Anyone have a study guide for the Med/Surg version? :nurse-rofl:

[ppanchorage]

I took the PBDS (ptsd) test 2 weeks ago. It took a while to grade - 3 days - and they gave me no "JUMP TO THE FRONT OF THE LINE" because I was a traveler. So I couldn't rent an apt because I didn't know if I had a job or not. Hotels are expensive. I had friends in the area so it wasn't too bad for me. But, again, I had to wait to start working.
The test was not hard. You just have to be on your toes. And fast. They show you a scenario and then you point out dx,good things, bad things, etc. I made quick, illegible notes and did great.
It was more stressful not knowing and not having a place to live. I think it's good for a year or so at any HCA facility. Not sure about that.
But, don't worry. It's not hard. Just be hyper-critical

[darlonna]

As i posted previously a while back, if ALL of us travelers REFUSE to accept assignments where this ridiculous test is required, then the test would soon cease to exist. In meeting more travelers at my newest assignment, i have heard from those who experienced it that at best the test is ridiculous - at worst it is cruel and judgmental toward the nurse.

[cla214blue]

Thanks Amanda!

[gary31525]

I'm new to the site, but perhaps a thread could be started where all facilities requiring the PBDS could be listed, so those of us that want to avoid that nightmare could do so easier.

[cougarnurse]

That is an idea. Ricu or anyone else who has traveled.....you guys up to the 'challenge' of starting mentioned thread?

[yodacat]

No study guide, and incorrect answers! Good luck!Another thing we need to lobby AGAINST!!!