Feeling hopeless, Need Some Encouragement

[blynn9173]

Well I got my 2nd test back in my nursing health assessment class today. I made a 76% on it. I am very dishearted with that. I studied really hard for this test. I made a 74% on the last test. My school requires a 75% on the tests to pass the class. I know that I am not failing but I am right on the line. I am just so scared. I have worked so hard to get this far. I studied the notes, read my assignments, and even practiced NCLEX style questions. I can't figure out where I am going wrong. I study more than alot of the students in my class. I am 34. There is only 2 other people in my class older than me. All the younger classmates made a 84 or higher. I just feel like I am a failure. I just don't know what other avenue I can do with my studying. I would appreciate any suggestions. Hope you all have a good week!

[santhony44, MSN, RN, NP]

Make an appointment and go talk with the instructor. Your instructor may be able to go over the tests with you and give you some insight on why you're having a problem. Good luck!

[Shenanigans, RN]

That's still a pretty decent grade! Imagine what you would have gotten if you didnt' study.

Most people I know live by the mantra "C's get degrees", its probably a little different where I am as our education system has created a culture of mediority so no one really tries.

Kudos to you! You shouldn't feel bad, but go to your counsellor/instructur as mentioned if it does bother you/