Failed the NCLEX RN for the third time

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Specializes in Gerontology.

Hello all;

I am new to the allnurses, and I am looking for some help. I just took my NCLEX-RN June 17th (This was my 3rd try) and just found out this morning that I failed yet again. The first time I took it, I was just sure that I could do it by studying like I did in nursing school. (Strike 1) The second time I use ATI but did not wait for the green light from my coach. (Strike 2) For my third try I went with Kaplan on Demand and used ATI. Got the green light from my ATI coach, but my Kaplan scores were low. Took the test even though I had some doubts in my readiness. (Strike 3)

When I got the news from Pearson Vue that I failed yet again, I was and still am an emotional mess. My first words to my husband were "Thats it, I am done, I just can't do this."

I just don't know what to do to pass the NCLEX

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Specializes in ICU.

What areas are you weak on? Did you concentrate on those areas prior to your retests?

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Specializes in Gerontology.

I focused on everything.

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Specializes in ICU.

That might be a reason why you're having trouble. After testing, they should send you results showing what areas you were passing and which areas you are not passing in. You should review the results and just concentrate on the areas you need to improve. Otherwise, you will burn out from overloading your brain.

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Specializes in Gerontology.

Thanks; I should be getting my report in a few days, but I think after failing 3 times, I may have to take some time off. Not even sure how long the state will make me wait to test again. I am not giving up but the frustation and heart break is horrible.

I am just sick over this.

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Specializes in CMSRN.
Thanks; I should be getting my report in a few days, but I think after failing 3 times, I may have to take some time off. Not even sure how long the state will make me wait to test again. I am not giving up but the frustation and heart break is horrible.

I am just sick over this.

I am so sorry for all you're going through right now and wish I had magic words. I really do agree with the other posters about focusing on your weaknesses. If you're strong in Basic Care & Comfort then do not focus there, give your time to a weak area. Please take a step back, take a breath, and then get back in to it. It's worth it to pass and become a nurse. Hugs yours way!

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Specializes in Gerontology.

Thank You so much for the supportive words. I wont give up, but I feel it is important for me to take a break (not too long) to get my head together and then get myself focused on what I need to do in order to pass this test.

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