Anxiety for tests!

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I am currently enrolled in a CNA course and our finals were this past weekend. We had two separate tests, oral and written. I got a 92% on written but failed the skills test. For the skills test, you are given your scenario and then you have 5 min to write down planned skills, 5 min to grab materials, and 20 min to perform skills. Meanwhile, all three instructors are watching you with their notepads in hand. I did fine with the writing and materials and everything, but after I brushed the manequins teeth I just quit. This sounds kind of dumb because I know how to do oral care, bed baths, etc. and am very familiar with the information but I couldn't stop shaking and breathing really fast and was getting kind of light headed. The good thing is that we are allowed 2 chances to pass the test but I'm really nervous. I know I will have to get over this because I'll have to do this same thing in nursing school. Does anyone have any suggestions to help with nervousness? Thanks in advance. :kiss

Keely

thanks dianacs for your interesting suggestion. I haden't thought of that before. And you too renerian for your support. It is much appreciated. :kiss

Keely

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Say this to yourself out loud if possible. Calm down, take a deep breath in and continue. If you need to stop for a couple of deep breaths take them. In the grand scheme of things it is better to take it a little slower than to mess up. (This is speaking form experience) Good Luck!

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Thanks rhona1, I will keep that in mind.:kiss

Keely

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Update:

I took my skills test again and passed with an 86% (marked off for poor body mechanics) Yay! Thanks to everyone for your suggestions and support!

Keely

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excellent job!

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