Published Sep 6, 2012
talented21
23 Posts
I failed the test the first time. I believed it was the end of the world. I had just graduated and the weight of the world seemed to be on my shoulders. Instead of being realistic about needing a mental break, I took the test. After viewing my results, I could not believe what I saw.
Studying became my priority and I was determined to stick to my 3 week study plan. I completed the Saunders assessment and used the 6 week study schedule. Each day I completed two days of the study plan. As I reviewed, I tried my best to stay encouraged and believe that what I was reading would make a difference.
Unfortunately, once I completed the study schedule, as the test date vastly approached, I realized I scored worse on the final comprehensive assessment than the initial assessment. However, I didn't allow that to discourage me. The day before the test, I relaxed with my family and tried not to think about the exam. The next morning I arrived at the testing sight with deep breathing exercises in mind, I could not allow my nerves to get the best of me once again. And I PASSED! Within 78 questions, I became a registered nurse.
I wrote this message to encourage anyone who feels that passing is not possible. Determination, discipline and a positive attitude goes a long way. I scheduled my test immediately after receiving my ATT. It seemed to soon but I did not want to put it off any longer. I took my exam six weeks after I graduated and failed. Although once I received my ATT, I studied for 3 weeks and PASSED!
In the preparation the second time, relax and simply review. Saunders NCLEX book and CD was all I used the second time around. The first time I used the Kaplan review course (which didn't seem to help) and their test bank.
If I can be of any assistance to anyone or if you just need a word of encouragement, feel free to write back or message me!
I am praising GOD daily for I am a living testimony of HIS amazing works!
amandeepkaur
118 Posts
congrats.......:yelclap::yelclap:
Thank you so much! You will have the same success!
I received your message but the site will not allow me respond due to the minimum requirement of 15 topics before you can private message. if you send me your email, I can email you =)
roseonye
253 Posts
congrats:yeah:
Thank you so much!!! It seems unreal. Maybe it will register when I am have my new scrubs on and have the pleasure of saying 'Good morning I will be your nurse today!'
Thanks Roseonye
leahbee
50 Posts
Congratulations to you!!!! :-)
Your story inspires me - I always try to tell myself to stay calm as well and just review and take the test as soon as I get my ATT letter.
Go on celebrate! :-)
begosh
425 Posts
Congratulations, RN! :w00t:
Ellisjc0507
88 Posts
Congrats to you talented 21!!! I am happy for you. I have a similar story..I took NCLEX for the 1st time a little over a month after I graduated. I had just been married and moved across the nation so all I used was Kaplan online Qbank and Qtrainers as well as the course book. I was under a lot of stress and rushed to get NCLEX over and done with. I failed at 265 questions. I decided to study a different way so I purchased Saunders review book and PDA. I have been donig 2-3 chapters a day and will be finished this coming Sunday and then I test on Sep 11. Really excited and nervous but I am definitely more confident. Love Saunders and if it wasn't for this awesome network I would have never known about it :)
~Blessings
mbuttar
99 Posts
Thanks sweetheart !!
krissy_mack
28 Posts
Congratulations!!!??
tiyoung3
19 Posts
I am soo excited to read this because it gives me hope I failed my first time 265q, which was a week ago and mainly my studying consisted of VATI content review and Kaplan book Idk what to do this time or how to even schedule another appointment, do I have to repeat the entire process over as far as a new app and back ground check!!!
I failed the test the first time. I believed it was the end of the world. I had just graduated and the weight of the world seemed to be on my shoulders. Instead of being realistic about needing a mental break, I took the test. After viewing my results, I could not believe what I saw. Studying became my priority and I was determined to stick to my 3 week study plan. I completed the Saunders assessment and used the 6 week study schedule. Each day I completed two days of the study plan. As I reviewed I tried my best to stay encouraged and believe that what I was reading would make a difference. Unfortunately once I completed the study schedule, as the test date vastly approached, I realized I scored worse on the final comprehensive assessment than the initial assessment. However, I didn't allow that to discourage me. The day before the test, I relaxed with my family and tried not to think about the exam. The next morning I arrived at the testing sight with deep breathing exercises in mind, I could not allow my nerves to get the best of me once again. And I PASSED! Within 78 questions, I became a registered nurse. I wrote this message to encourage anyone who feels that passing is not possible. Determination, discipline and a positive attitude goes a long way. I scheduled my test immediately after receiving my ATT. It seemed to soon but I did not want to put it off any longer. I took my exam six weeks after I graduated and failed. Although once i received my ATT, I studied for 3 weeks and PASSED! In the preparation the second time, relax and simply review. Saunders NCLEX book and CD was all I used the second time around. The first time I used the Kaplan review course (which didn't seem to help) and their test bank. If I can be of any assistance to anyone or if you just need a word of encouragement, feel free to write back or message me!I am praising GOD daily for I am a living testimony of HIS amazing works!
I wrote this message to encourage anyone who feels that passing is not possible. Determination, discipline and a positive attitude goes a long way. I scheduled my test immediately after receiving my ATT. It seemed to soon but I did not want to put it off any longer. I took my exam six weeks after I graduated and failed. Although once i received my ATT, I studied for 3 weeks and PASSED!
Still Standing
179 Posts
Congratulations, I'm looking forward to the day I am able to take the test, I graduate Summer 2013 from a PN program.:) Thanks for the advice.