Chances of passing second attempt 75 questions

[Lindsay215RN]

Hi all. I took the NCLEX the first time in 75 questions and failed. 2 days prior to my first attempt, a family tragedy happened so I believe that could be one of the reasons I did not pass. During the first exam I had only 5 SATAs and walked out of the testing center feeling like the exam wasn't as bad as everyone made it out to be. Well, a couple days later I was informed that I had failed. I was devastated, however I used it as motivation to study harder for my next attempt.

Today I retook the exam and it stopped at 75 questions again. This time, I had about 20-25 SATAs and TONS of priority and med questions. I studied way harder and did about 2500 questions on UWorld and mastery app and listened to Mark Klimek's audios. I felt more prepared this time. However I felt more anxious this go around because I was scared of failing. When my test shut off at 75 questions I was bummed. I wanted more! I wanted to prove that I can be a great nurse and I know my stuff.

Currently I just don't know how to feel. I felt confident the first time and got my hopes up, I truly do not want to feel that way again. I don't know what I'll do if I failed again. I feel embarassed. I also have a NICU position lined up for me - my DREAM job, and they have been completely understanding. Any advice on how to handle this stress would be greatly appreciated!! I'll find out in 1-2 days if I passed!

[NurseTracey561]

Did you do the Pvt. Trick ?

[Flnolegirl]

Relax and do something to reward yourself you worked hard and deserve it. Sorry for your tragedy.... Do you feel Mark Klimeck helped.

[Lindsay215RN]

Absolutely. Mark Klimek got me through that exam! He has amazing pneumonics and strategies. I actually found out through the BON I passed today! Such a relief!

[Flnolegirl]

Awesome did you just do his audios.... Congrats RN

[Lindsay215RN]

I listened to his audios and completed around 75-150 questions per day using UWorld. I averaged around 54% after completing about 1200 questions! UWorld is almost identical to the NCLEX and they purposely make the questions difficult to make you use critical thinking skills. I definitely recommend :)

[NurseTracey561]

Yayy congrats !!!!

[Flnolegirl]

Job well done RN.... I wish you the best

[SummerMac]

Absolutely. Mark Klimek got me through that exam! He has amazing pneumonics and strategies. I actually found out through the BON I passed today! Such a relief!

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!

[cjman24]

Does Mark Klimek have reviewers/audios for NCLEX PN as well? I am still waiting for my 2nd attempt result and I have looked into UWORLD and Hurst as potential reviewers should I get the bad news I failed...I have heard about Mark Klimek from others and was wondering if you could email your stuff to me? [email protected]

[Angelito]

Congrats! Good job :-)

[84blondie]

Congrats. I too failed first time. Ready to retake and looking for different materials to review. Do you mind sharing your audio lectures. Please email me at [email protected] if you don't mind. Congrats again and good luck on your dream job.