failed nclex with 75 qs

SWimbish, BSN, RN · May 20, 2016

You can do it!!!

lisamckinnon11 · May 21, 2016

I definitely feel more confident with SATA the more Uworld questions I do.
I test 5/25/16 so I'll keep you posted! Then I can really say for sure whether it's effective :) don't be discouraged, keep your chin up and keep on going. You passed nursing school, that's a HUGE ACCOMPLISHMENT in itself
Good Luck! I test the day after you. I have been using UWORLD to prep as well. I am making 70-73% on the majority of the test that I create. I hope this is good enough!

SWimbish, BSN, RN · May 21, 2016

I had to wait to find out my unofficial results on pearson 48 hrs after

Did you pass panda?

curious nature, ADN, RN · May 22, 2016

I used Hurst online and passed with 80 questions. I began studying via NCLEX prep in my second year of nursing school, instead of the text, which I never had time to read. It worked very well, and I learned my weak spots and could focus on those. I would also recommend if you have any stressful family or work situations that make you feel less than prepared on test day, don't be afraid to reschedule the test. Just remember patient safety in EVERY question.

SfcitygirlRN · May 22, 2016

Took my test weds may 18th ended with 75 questions.. No word yet :/ getting very nervous. Felt pretty confident walking out. Used Uworld, lacharity and NCSBN. Second time taking it, first was 265. Does anyone know how long it might take in California? Some my buddies have gotten results in 2 days?! Last time I got my letter in 4... Hate this waiting game â˜¹ï¸

pinbored · May 23, 2016

Not sure if you're still following this, but I failed my first NCLEX at 75 questions. I felt like a total failure. I even graduated from a school with a very high pass rate on first try and my grades were pretty good in nursing school.

- On my first attempt, I didn't prepare well at all. I did not do enough questions and I did not recreate the testing experience by taking almost full length test to test my readiness. I took about 3 weeks to study my first attempt and focused too much on review and not enough on questions.

On my second attempt, I passed with 75 questions. I was sure I failed again coming out of it. I even started gathering materials to start studying again. This time around I completed Kaplan fully, used the NCLEX Mastery app more, did Uworld, and used a lot of different study guides I found as well as made my own (came out to be 70pgs long). I didn't have the chance to complete Uworld completely since I discovered it late in the game, but it was incredibly helpful! I studied for about 2months the second time while working full time and passed!

- I encourage you to finish Uworld completely! Also pinpoint your weaknesses, focus on those. Plan out your studying and hit those goals. I suggest at least 75q a day, but preferrably 100q. If you don't have work to worry about, I would aim for more questions.

- Understand key aspects of nursing: Diagnosing based on sx/sx and labs, plan of care, treatments, contraindications/adverse effects, and proper procedure/equipment use. So whenever you're reviewing a certain topic, make sure to understand all those dimensions, not just what it is and how it works.

Last note, if I can make, you most definitely can! I'm the worst test taker and I get very anxious before exams. My mother was a wonderful support system and she helped me get through it. You will pass it next time, I know it! If not, don't ever give up. You most definitely are capable to passing this exam.

SfcitygirlRN · May 23, 2016

Not sure if you're still following this, but I failed my first NCLEX at 75 questions. I felt like a total failure. I even graduated from a school with a very high pass rate on first try and my grades were pretty good in nursing school.
- On my first attempt, I didn't prepare well at all. I did not do enough questions and I did not recreate the testing experience by taking almost full length test to test my readiness. I took about 3 weeks to study my first attempt and focused too much on review and not enough on questions.
On my second attempt, I passed with 75 questions. I was sure I failed again coming out of it. I even started gathering materials to start studying again. This time around I completed Kaplan fully, used the NCLEX Mastery app more, did Uworld, and used a lot of different study guides I found as well as made my own (came out to be 70pgs long). I didn't have the chance to complete Uworld completely since I discovered it late in the game, but it was incredibly helpful! I studied for about 2months the second time while working full time and passed!
- I encourage you to finish Uworld completely! Also pinpoint your weaknesses, focus on those. Plan out your studying and hit those goals. I suggest at least 75q a day, but preferrably 100q. If you don't have work to worry about, I would aim for more questions.
- Understand key aspects of nursing: Diagnosing based on sx/sx and labs, plan of care, treatments, contraindications/adverse effects, and proper procedure/equipment use. So whenever you're reviewing a certain topic, make sure to understand all those dimensions, not just what it is and how it works.
Last note, if I can make, you most definitely can! I'm the worst test taker and I get very anxious before exams. My mother was a wonderful support system and she helped me get through it. You will pass it next time, I know it! If not, don't ever give up. You most definitely are capable to passing this exam.

What state and how quickly did you hear back??

pinbored · May 25, 2016

What state and how quickly did you hear back??

I'm in Wisconsin. I heard back about failing the test the same day from an email (I took the exam at 8am). The second time I took it at 12pm and heard back the next day from an email from the Wisconsin department of safety and professional services.

SWimbish, BSN, RN · May 25, 2016

took it this morning, cut off at 75. Still getting good pop up. Fingers crossed. Virginia doesn't have quick results

panda25 · May 25, 2016

Goodluck!!! :yes:

Jmckinnon11 · May 26, 2016

Hey everyone. I have been stalking this post and numerous of others! I just took my exam yesterday! I really hope this pvt works! I am still getting the "good pop up." Will know something for sure when it hits 48 hours, tonorrow. I am praying for the best! I have been so depressed these past couple of days. I really think I failed. It shut off at 75! But I guessed on the majority of the questions.

lisamckinnon11 · May 26, 2016

I passed!!!