EC student: What happened to me....

SuesquatchRN, BSN, RN · Nov 27, 2008

I failed the CPNE the first time. Talk about an expensive ego blow!

You probably overthink tests. I do very well on multiple choice, maybe because I DO go with my gut and stick to the answer that leaps out at me first.

Relax. Don't even think about any of this until Monday. Enjoy your turkey day and weekend and then get back to it.

Take transition as scheduled. Keep reviewing the other, and look at the results to see where you were weak.

:)

Editorial Team / Moderator · Nov 27, 2008

I agree with Sue ... keep transitions as scheduled. It's so different from the other exams, so maybe it'll be a nice break for you. I'm sorry you weren't successful this time, but I'm glad you're still in the game!! Happy Thanksgiving. *hugs*

NC Girl BSN · Nov 27, 2008

I know exactly how you feel! I failed 2 test(HD2 and Transitions). It really hurt but I kept going. I finished all the test in less that 7 months(6mons. 24 days). I am going Utica to take the CPNE Dec 5-7 which is next week! Don't give up you WILL do it!

PS. Don't sleep on transitions to professional nursing. I thought it was a very hard test. Everyone is different but its not easy.

caliotter3 · Nov 27, 2008

You have several successful test passes under your belt. I would not let this glitch get too much attention. Just reschedule when you are able and start a new study plan. Now that you have seen the test, you have a better idea of what to expect and how to prepare. You will be waiting on a CPNE date before you know it. Hang in there.

2CareerRN · Nov 27, 2008

THANK YOU for the replies!

I had felt a little silly posting my tests failings but now you guys so inspire me. What a great group!!!

I will do it!!!!

Good luck to those taking the CPNE and those who are still doing the concepts...

And congrats for those who are RNs now and staying with us to help us out...just awesome!

txspadequeenRN, BSN, RN · Nov 27, 2008

this is my trouble right here. i critically thought out the scenario

until i either solved the problem or came to a solid conclusion. you must take the question at face value and not rationalize and critical think it to death. :wink2:

.he also said that if i am too emotional about the test i could be reading into the questions too much and not keeping it simple.

pattyrn376 · Dec 1, 2008

when I took my tests I took them as diagnostic but accidently passed all of them. when I booked my cpne I budgeted it twice, so when I went to take it I didnt have the pressure and wasnt anxious anad scared and did well so I didnt have to take it a 2nd time. If you plan on taking it twice it will decrease the pressure and you will do fine. one thing about the cpne is know the critical elements backwards forwards upside down. besure to check the IV access with in a minute or 2 of getting in the pt care situation. watch your speed in giving am care. and when you do your dressing change be sure to dispose of properly, find out the policy of where you are doing the cpne (hospital policy) if you arent sure of a med, look it up they wont frown on that. if you dont know what to do a particular moment, wash your hands wash your hands wash your hands and then wash your hands, they wont penalize you for washing too much but will flunk you if you should have washed your hands and didnt, so be cautions of this.