I just found out about an hour ago that I passed Nclex-RN!!!! I'm so happy. For a second there I thought I wasn't gonna make it. Just want to give some advice to the future nclex takers:
1- I freaked out when I realized my exam didn't shut off at 75 questions. Walk in there prepared to take as much questions as you think your brain will allow, even if it means telling yourself, "I'm prepared to take 265 questions if I have to." My test didn't shut off til 213 questions!!! I was freaking out the whole time.
2- Take the break the computer suggests you take. I used the break to pray and gather my thoughts and encourage myself to take this exam and not let it take me.
3- Do not get hung up on how many questions you had. Like many others said here, the # of questions you had is completely irrevelant. You can pass or fail at any number. Do not think that just because your computer didn't shut off at 75 it must mean that you were borderline or not doing well. The computer won't shut off until you're getting 50% wrong in the passing range. This takes longer for some people to achieve because the computer gives you easy and hard questions.
4- Know your broad based knowledge. I felt it was either you knew it or not and don't forget your fundamentals like the importance of infection control. I got a lot of that.
5- If you can take it the same day as a close friend, you should. I don't think I would've made it through the day if I didn't have my best friend there to vent with after the exam. Don't worry if she/he gets up and is finished before you. You're both taking entirely different exams. Hers might've been easier for her to achieve that 50% in the passing range, who knows?
Clear your mind, get rest, eat a good breakfast, say your prayers if you have faith, and surround yourself with positivity! Good Luck to all of you!
Thanks.....I never thought this day would come....honestly I was so depressed ....it is nice to be on the other side looking in.......But I am still thinking of all the others that are...... where I was, just last week.:redpinkhe
I just recieved the good news that I passed the exam today! Don't worry about how many questions you get. I had 201, while my friend had 75 and we both passed. There was alot of priority and select all that apply. Just be confident in yourself. I was confident and then the questions kept coming, and coming, and coming. It broke my confidence a little while I was taking the test. Just keep going, take a break if you need to, and try your test-taking skills if you have no idea. I believe in all of you...you can do it!!!!
I just recieved the good news that I passed the exam today! Don't worry about how many questions you get. I had 201, while my friend had 75 and we both passed. There was alot of priority and select all that apply. Just be confident in yourself. I was confident and then the questions kept coming, and coming, and coming. It broke my confidence a little while I was taking the test. Just keep going, take a break if you need to, and try your test-taking skills if you have no idea. I believe in all of you...you can do it!!!!
Congrats, Amber :) I still have another year left of nursing school, but I'm already nervous about the nclex!! I have been practicing with the ATI discs and review books that my school gives us, and I think that has been boosting my confidence. I am nervous about the "check all that apply" questions though!
I just recieved the good news that I passed the exam today! Don't worry about how many questions you get. I had 201, while my friend had 75 and we both passed. There was alot of priority and select all that apply. Just be confident in yourself. I was confident and then the questions kept coming, and coming, and coming. It broke my confidence a little while I was taking the test. Just keep going, take a break if you need to, and try your test-taking skills if you have no idea. I believe in all of you...you can do it!!!!
CONGRATS!!!!! Very exciting...isn't it?????:lol2::lol2::lol2::nurse:
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GEfresno07
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That is awesome! Congrats on your PASS!!!! What state are you in? I also took my exam yesterday and I'm way to chicken to do the PV trick :uhoh21:.