I need some tips please, I am first year nursing student, and having a hard time!!

[tabz4u2]

Hello, first I would like to mention that this is my first semester in the ADN Program...The grading scale is as follows: anything below a 92% is a b, 84% is a c, and 75% is an F...This is where my question comes into play.

I am currently getting almost a 72% in my one class, and I have 3 more tests which is including the final, to take. I am having such a hard time trying to figure out the best way to study for the test, and I work full-time so I'm not like a lot of students who have the whole world to study! I need some study tips, my professor told me if I do not pass the next test, I should consider withdrawing. I already have to make up two tests, one in each class, and I hear those are a lot harder. I know I cannot lower my hours at work, that is out of the question because I need the money.

Can anyone please give me some advice, possibly some study tips? Currently what I am doing isn't working for me. And what really gets me, is the NCLEX style questions! I know a lot of beginning nursing students probably have had a hard time with this at first. My next test is in 2 weeks in health assessment and self-care needs...Self care needs is an 8 credit hour course and I can't get an "F" in this class whatsoever! And its on Oxygenation and a lot of medications.

So can someone please help me? I'm really stressing out here!

Thanks!

[ShyeoftheTiger]

It sounds like you are at a place in your life where you cannot devote the time nursing school demands in order to succeed. There is no magic study trick to fix your problems...

[mchssrn8813]

I would suggest using ABC's and Maslows Hierarchy when answering a question. DO NOT read into the question, don't think " we'll what if ....." when you're reading the question. It takes time to learn to think critically and like a nurse but its definitely do-able.

[mchssrn8813]

Also, do some self soul searching and be honest with yourself. I withdrew from a semester because there was no way I was going to pass and although it sucked to admit that I recognized it as the truth, I was also having money issues and I couldn't afford to not work. I ended up withdrawing from the semester, sulking for a few days because I was a week from finishing and moving onto my final semester, then I worked as much as I could and took a much needed break to recharge and go back to school 110% ready...I do agree with the first person who commented also, based on your post, I also think it sounds like you don't have the time to give to nursing school... Nursing school is intense and requires serious commitment and dedication and if that's something you can't commit to 100% then I would honestly consider withdrawing.