9th Time Is a Charm RN BSN

So I wanted to share my story with anyone who has lost hope. Finally passed my boards on 7/9/16. Graduated November 2014. My first time I winged because I wanted to see how it is. The other 7times it was pure laziness and I figured I would be ok without studying but guess what boy was I wrong. Thinking back I've wasted lots of money. I was and A/B student never really studied in school.

After the 7th time is when I started taking things seriously and still failed. This last time I studied my butt off.

Day before exam didn't read anything. Got to testing center 40minutes early sat in car prayed and thanked God. When I got my scrap paper I wrote on there I can't do all things through Christ who strengthens me and I started. Went all the way to 265, 37 SATA, lots of EkGs, drag& drop and prioritization and delagation. Lots of maternity and Psych. I took all the assigned breaks and one unassigned break. Prayed during breaks. Was done in 5hours & 30minutes I took my time and read each question carefully. I left the test center at peace. This time didn't try the PVT until this morning still couldn't believe it so I paid the $7.95 and saw pass. To God be the glory.

previously I used Uworld-helpful, Kaplan didn't really like it, bought a SATA book that I never opened. On my last exam I mainly used the Kaplan comprehensive book and watched HURST videos. Also used a book from a review class that I took. Also reviewed the 35 page study guide. Test was nothing like any of the practice questions I saw.

My advice is don't be like me and think you can wing it. Take your time and study. Confidence is key, give yourself a pep talk. Study hard and pray, eat before your exam, sleep well and stay well hydrated.

I have tons of study materials if anyone needs anything please let me know ill be more than happy to give books whatever.

Its finally over, time to get a masters degree.

Good of luck to anyone on their nclex journey!