I could use some emotional support!

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Okay, Im going to be 46 soon and I am in my last trimester studying mother/baby. Its heard we only have 4 tests and must maitain an 81 or get thrown out of the program. First test I got an 84 bearly made it. Also have an ATI on this section too and need a 70 the highest I've done on practice is 66.

I'm feeling nervous and am wondering what was I thinking starting over at my age. I want it but my morale is a little low.

Anyone else go through periods of self doubt?

:rolleyes:

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I dont think you could find anyone that DIDNT have doubts in nursing school. Hang in there, you'll be glad you did. I'm halfway through an ADN program and have perfected my dialog for my self-peptalk. Hang in there.

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You just have to just keep trying your best and thats it. As long as you try your best you can do anything you put your mind too. I don't think age has anything to do with it. I am 29 and I feel more confident and patient than I did 5 or even 10 years ago. My mother who is 46 just finished her RN 1 year ago and she was at the top of her class. You made it this far, I am sure you will do great!

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you got an 84 on the first test...you are now familiar with the style of questions, which will help you do better on the remaining tests!! my first test i passed like you, but not w/ a very high score...each test i got better and better, b/c i was not as nervous, and had familiarity with the type of questions asked....i really think youll do fine!

now as far as the practice questions, again your not doing too bad...review the questions and rationales, to see where you making the error...keep practicing..you will do great!!!

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Don't worry about your age. Age has nothing to do with it. You made it this far, just study harder. Also if you have access to NCLEX practice questions on CD, I would go over the Mother Baby portion of it, you will learn so much from it. Hope this helps and good luck.

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You were thinking..."I can do this." Remember, you ARE doing it. Self-doubt at times is normal. It happens to me, too. Try to reframe your thinking. Stay positive, and keep up the good work. I am rooting for you.

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Hey there,

Older nurses r better imo !( I say that becuz i'm no spring chicken)

There is a maturity and clarity that only comes with age. You can do this.

I know u know your stuff. Now go out there and show em what u got;)

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You've goten this far I'm sure you'll do fine. Since you passed the first test, I'm sure your test scores will continue to go up w/ each test.

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