denial to reapply to take the test

caliotter3 · Jun 14, 2011

Now you know what it is to run afoul of the CA BRN. With some people, they just lose their packets until the time limit is past and then they tell them too bad, they have to start over. Sorry I cannot give you any advice other than to try to appeal this. Exhaust all avenues before you give up. Perhaps if you get the aid of an attorney who is experienced in dealing with the board, they might be able to assist you. Good luck.

Tyler77 · Jun 14, 2011

Just lovin' this: although what I did was a violation, i don't think that what I did was wrong. Not like I was cheating." This "oh blame someone or soemthing else" attitude is soooo rampant these days, especially in nursing school, that no one can ever take personal responsibility for their actions. Time to man up, realize that what you did was WRONG (because you do have to sign a statement that pretty much sums up what you can AND can't do during the NCLEX), and stop looking for the easy way out. Everyone is so sue-happy and "you hurt my feelings" that there is no persoanl acountability. What you did is not getting blown out of proportion--what you did is WRONG. Period.

Let's say that one of your loved ones was supposed to be given a .05 mg of a drug that has a side eefect of slowing down the central nervous system. A nurse gives the 5 mg, causing them death. The nurse says "I didn't mean to kill them, like, the decimal was over by 2 places. Get over it." What would YOUR reaction be?

netglow, ASN, RN · Jun 14, 2011

Board exams are quite tight on this stuff. You had specific instructions.

Your scenario: If you were someone who was needing to keep monitor of something like your example, you would notify the proctor. They probably would supervise your checking your phone during a break or advise you to reschedule your test date.

kakamegamama · Jun 14, 2011

So sorry for your troubles. However, if you knew the rules and broke them, I can see why you are penalized, as unfair as that may seem. A zero tolerance policy has to be the norm these days, due in part to cheating. Hang in there. This was a valuable lesson learned, I am sure. Don't give up.

netglow, ASN, RN · Jun 14, 2011

Another thought:

..but I don't think any BON really cares. Better to "reduce the surplus population" Who the heck needs another nurse!

merlee · Jun 14, 2011

I agree that you should get an attorney. Having said that, you broke the rules, and must deal with the consequences.

I don't understand why so many of us feel we can break rules and get away with it.

If you get a second chance, leave your phone in the car.

Ardneth · Jun 14, 2011

If there's one thing that gets under my skin, especially in my professional life, it's the attitude of "I know I broke the rule/policy/standard/etc, but it shouldn't matter because of XYZ..."

But officer! I was only going 15 mph over the speed limit! It's not like I was doing 125mph in a 35mph zone!

Use this as a learning experience.

Turd Ferguson · Jun 14, 2011

Stimulus = response

Actions = consequences

Why can't people bear to part with their phones/games/facebook for a couple of hours... this continues to baffle me.

chunsa01 · Jun 14, 2011

thanks for all the comments and I do appreciate the ones that remind us about med errors and such. I should've probably just posted a simple thread as oppose to elaborating on what had happened because all I really wanted to know was if someone knew somebody else that had or knew someone who had a similar issue. And if you've looked at other posts as well on this site, you'd be surprised that even a chapstick can you get you a dismissal from your test result or a hair tie. So if you don't know anyone with this issue, then just please don't post a reply. Thanks.

bsyrn, ASN, RN · Jun 14, 2011

I would NOT waste money on an attorney...you broke the rules, your reason doesn't matter. I would wait and see what the BRN decides and if you get a chance to retest, leave the phone at home and wear a watch.

mazy · Jun 14, 2011

It's been a long time since I took the NCLEX, but don't those computers show the time at the bottom? Like most computers?I just remember being very aware of the clock ticking and feeling very pressured to finish the test on time. Oh well, it was a while ago.