Freaking Out

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Specializes in Just passed my test.

Just got my test date for CNA1 on Nov. 8th. I am now freaking out. I have been out of school for about a month. I went in today to the lab to practice. I just freaked. Couldn't remember the skills, even though I know them. I didn't pull all my supplies I needed for all (24) skills. Then when I had stuff in my hand ie bedpan im just hangin on to it thinking where do i put it, how do i cover up the patient with one hand, OMG i am freaking out. Has this happened to anyone else? I know the skills I really do. I think i flunked even before i start. HELP

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Do you have someone at home you can practice skills on before you go? Maybe get real comfortable doing them at home and then you won't need to think about it when you are there.

Good luck to you!

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I feel the same way. I remember the skills but once I have people looking at what I'm going, I forget my steps. My husband is practicing with me and it really helps.

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Specializes in Hospice.

I agree, practice on someone at home. Practice, practice practice, then practice one more time. Make it as real as possible. Don't skip a step. I can totally identify with you. I was soooo nervous before I took the test, but once I was doing it, it was nothing. It will all come to you, I promise. I have been a CNA for Hospice for 8 months now, and I have never been happier. Let us know when you pass!

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what state do you live in? just wondering because for my cna skills it wasn't part of our state exam, it was only in the classroom. but i too practiced...these poor husbands!!!:)

you will feel more relaxed if you practice, don't worry!:)

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Specializes in Just passed my test.

You know you two gave me a great idea. I have been reading and reading but not doing (hands on) Today I took out Mr. Bear to work on. Don't have the things I need but I improvised. I think if I do that from now until next Weds (test on thurs) maybe i can get it in my head. I only do about 8 skills a day (total 24 skills for NC) then I get burned out. But I am going to work my butt off and hopefully it will help. Thanks for the tips. ps Mr. Bear is doing fine lol

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Thank you so much. I did go to the facility so I can picture it in my mind. Believe it or not I met the Lady who was going to be doing the testing. She looked really mean, but she seemed so laid back so I feel a little better. I am going to practice on my husband, but while he is at work, I have been using Mr. Bear (a.k.a. teddy bear) I wish i would of started doing more of "hands on" then just reading. Hope its not to late, but Im sure every bit helps. You all are great, thank you so much each and everyone of you, I will keep you posted.

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I am in NC. For CNA 1 we have to test with Promissor but if we go for NA 2 they do it right at the school and if we pass then they just submit the paperwork into the Registry.

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I have another dumb question - I believe we are going to have 8 people testing. Three of which i know were given their skills test time of 4:00. I know I have a 6:30 time so Im sure there are others. But if there is only one tester, why do they have more then two people testing at a time, it doesn't make sense does it?

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Specializes in Hospice.

When I did the skills test, another student was the "patient". Had to brush his teeth!! I didn't practice that one!! I got a point off for forgetting to brush his tounge:nono:

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