So, I decided to complete and one year Accelerated BSN program in May. I quickly became the class' unofficial "class president" by planning events for us to do, and even speaking to professors and administration on our class' behalf. and just recently failed out halfway through (medsurg 2) by 1%. My school didn't allow me my testing accommodations for my diagnosed ADHD until halfway through medsurg 2. When I contacted the dean and the teacher they said they could not do anything for me and that I am not a special case.
That being said, I'm at a standstill. Do I transfer someplace else? I have to option to complete the two year at my school but that program doesn't start for another year (when this medsurg 2 class is offered again).
Im feeling a little down and that I let down my family and my nursing class. Does anyone have suggestions what to do??
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As usual, those believing in tough love are out in full force, because of course they've never needed advice with compassion in all their lives! They were hatched as perfect nurses. Let me offer a different perspective. First, relax. You have failed no one. You have a medical issue, one that is going to make school a lot harder. But you can get through. I also was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult. I'm in grad school now, and it is tough, but manageable. Ignore all the people who say,"but so-and-so did it, why can't you?" everyone is different. Find out what works for you. If you do take meds, work closely with your provider to titrate for max effect. Consider getting an ADHD coach to help you when you start in the program again. I think that it is great that your were an advocate for your class; we need those types in nursing. However, remember your education comes first. You have to take care of you!
I'm also wondering why they did not offer accommodations if you have ADHD documented. Under Title IX (federal law) disabled students have certain rights. Every university has a Title IX compliance officer. I suggest you get in touch with yours. Your school may not have deprived you of your rights, but I would certainly check. Read more about it here: Students with Disabilities Preparing for Postsecondary Education
Keep your chin up and work hard. Good Luck!
Are you serious right now? Why do we need to be nice & hold hands all the time? The OP is an adult, not a child. It's time to take responsibility for her actions. I am bipolar & was undiagnosed throughout my program. But I managed to pass my program & the NCLEX with no accommodations.
If the OP has ADHD why did she take take on so much & not just focus on school? Especially if she was newly diagnosed. She doesn't know how to properly study with ADHD.
As usual, those believing in tough love are out in full force, because of course they've never needed advice with compassion in all their lives! They were hatched as perfect nurses. Let me offer a different perspective...
You basically said the same thing as everybody else here: don't give up, learn to manage your ADD, and go succeed at school a year from now. They only difference was that you had to bad-mouth the other people who said it. Nobody has been out of line in this thread that I can see.
You are a special case because of your ADHD. You have to be tailored to. The way students with ADHD learn is different from the rest. Please understand this is not a race to the top. I failedo ut of pharmacology and now I am a nurse practitioner in a very busy ER. If i had stopped at pharm who knows where I would be?
find out why you failed, review your quizzes. USE YOUR RESOURCES. these programs are super excelorated so tyring videos like The Great Nurse offers can really place things quickly and effectivly. Try to practice quizzes online before yur tests. RN Quizzes offers the ability to upload your study guide and get a practice quiz from there. FOCUS ON WHAT YOU GET WRONG! use sources liek nursing made easy books if you are more of a reader and dont like videos.
My friend failed medsurg and it wasnt until a year until that same class was offered again. she decided to become a phlebotomist in the meantime until it was time to go back to nursing school. try that instead of CNA
You are too focused on pleasing others and feeling like you let everyone down. As you learned, this didn't work out in your favor so next time focus on YOU! A year flies by. Wait for it and take the 2 year.
Same thing happened to me. Missed a final c by 1 point. Very devastating. I continued working as nurse tech for a year then started back. Been ADN RN for 27 years now.
I was diagnosed with ADD as a child, and my brother has it as well. Through the years I've noticed marked differences in my academic performance from when I don't take medication for it compared to when I do.
I currently take Adderall. I have a 30mg XR for long days on the floor and 10 mg short acting medication for study days.
My suggestion would be to talk to your doctor and see if this might be an option for you. Just a warning though, think long and hard if you do take them about who you tell. I personally received a lot of push back from my peers when I started taking it again (I'm an open person so I don't mind sharing that kind of thing), but when I actually sat down with many of them and we had an open discussion about it their attitude improved. Figure out your own feelings on it! I just say that now because some people may not respond positively if you tell them you're going to go on medicaioms for it (at least from my experience).
Do what is best for you and best of luck! We're here for you!
Specializes in M/S, LTC, Corrections, PDN & drug rehab.
You are a special case because of your ADHD. You have to be tailored to. The way students with ADHD learn is different from the rest. Please understand this is not a race to the top. I failedo ut of pharmacology and now I am a nurse practitioner in a very busy ER. If i had stopped at pharm who knows where I would be?
find out why you failed, review your quizzes. USE YOUR RESOURCES. these programs are super excelorated so tyring videos like The Great Nurse offers can really place things quickly and effectivly. Try to practice quizzes online before yur tests. RN Quizzes offers the ability to upload your study guide and get a practice quiz from there. FOCUS ON WHAT YOU GET WRONG! use sources liek nursing made easy books if you are more of a reader and dont like videos.
No one is special, that is how special snowflakes are created. She is an adult & has to talk to her provider about the best way to monitor her ADHD. No one is going to cater to her in the real world & there is definitely not that much help for people with disabilities in college versus elementary thru high school.
No one is special, that is how special snowflakes are created. She is an adult & has to talk to her provider about the best way to monitor her ADHD. No one is going to cater to her in the real world & there is definitely not that much help for people with disabilities in college versus elementary thru high school.
Actually, there is a lot of help for people with disabilities in college. That is why there is an office for students with disabilities in every college. They work with students to best accommodate their disabilities so they can be successful in college...this includes ADHD.
Specializes in M/S, LTC, Corrections, PDN & drug rehab.
Actually, there is a lot of help for people with disabilities in college. That is why there is an office for students with disabilities in every college. They work with students to best accommodate their disabilities so they can be successful in college...this includes ADHD.
Did I say there was no help? I said not compared to the help they receive in elementary-high school. They may get help, but it certainly isn't to the extent as before. I think I would know since my brother is dyslexic & I have bipolar disorder.
The amount of help he received in high school was overwhelming, but how much help he received in college was nowhere near it. Yes, you will get help but it won't be similar to the amount of help.
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Are you serious right now? Why do we need to be nice & hold hands all the time? The OP is an adult, not a child. It's time to take responsibility for her actions. I am bipolar & was undiagnosed throughout my program. But I managed to pass my program & the NCLEX with no accommodations.
If the OP has ADHD why did she take take on so much & not just focus on school? Especially if she was newly diagnosed. She doesn't know how to properly study with ADHD.