I am scheduled to take the pn nclex on this Saturday, June 28, 2014 at 8:00am! I honestly don't feel like I'm ready I feel like I don't know anything. I graduated with high honors and for the ATI comprehensive predictor I scored a 85% which means I had a 99% probability of passing the nclex the first time. Well did I mention I graudated like almost 8 months ago. Some very unfortunate life circumstances prevented me from taking the test right away so now I feel like because I haven't been using it "I'm Losing it (the material that I've learned)".
My nerves are getting the best of me and so is my confidence level. Oh guess what? I rescheduled the NCLEX twice because I couldn't bring myself to take it because I don't know what to expect and I have a great fear of not passing it and my weak area is SATA!
My lack of confidence came from not knowing what to freshen up on because I don't feel like NCLEX is a "study" type of test from my understanding it's critical thinking and common sense.
I'm trying my best not to reschedule. My sources of review are just ATI testing and flashcards of normal labs ranges, pharmacology etc. Did anyone pass with using these two reviews? Plus I pray alot.
Can anyone relate to feeling like this? I feel like I'm just not ready? What are some tricks you used in preparing for the test that increased your confidence? What should I expect the day of the test? The college I graduated from stated that ATI is harder than the NCLEX but in the same breath they also put fear and pressure of passing the NCLEX on us (my classmates and I).
I know this is lengthy and believe me I appreciate all those who took time to read this! Please note that any suggestions or any general information that I should know about the NCLEX, REVIEW, OR etc.... along with positive encouraging words are truly welcomed! :) Lord knows I can surely use it!!!
JustBeachyNurse Thank you so very much!!!! I told you I was going to take your advice to heart!!! (Literally) I appreciate your support, you were the first person to reach out to me in response to my post! One thing I know for sure...I'll never forget your kindness in my time of need...Your reassurance helped change my life on that day and today! Like I said before YOU ROCK!!!
Grace that makes me feel better... I am in your same boat I graduated May 2013 & had family/life crisis. I'm not testing as well as you... Average, barely hitting that passing mark. I stop working 3mos ago just to take Kaplan & go thru NCSBN online course. I also have the worst case of exam anxiety seriously IT'S NO JOKE. My Dr rx propranolol for my anxiety.
Anyway a part of me wants to reschedule and then I think what if I still don't feel ready... I would just be prolonging this. So I take my exam July 2nd. I will tell you how it goes. I really need to pass so I can help my household financially & get on with my life. I miss hanging out with family, especially my kiddos
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