Passed NCLEX with SUPER SUPER LOW scores

[Nargii]

Hi nurses and future nurses,

i just wanted to share my story!

i finished nursing school this May, 2017! I was a good student but also did struggle in a couple of classes. My school uses Kaplan and I was HORRIBLE at it! When I was studying for my test literally EVERYONE would tell me they get 50-60s on their practice Kaplan! Well that didn't happen to me! I had 40s-55 with lots of 40s! Here is a rundown of my grades:

Diagnostics: 55.2%

QT 1: 46.7%

QT2: 57.3%

QT3: 45%

QT4: 46%

QT5: 47.3%

QT6: 48.5%

QT7: 49%

Qbanks: anywhere between 40-55% (mostly between 48-53%)

Readiness Test: 62.2%

I also used Uworld which helped me with content a little! But definitely recommend Kaplan!

I went to take my test, my heart was pounding the whole time! I did my best and took my time! It shut off at 75! I was sure I failed! I felt nauseous and felt like didn't even know one question! 24 hours after I got my license number... I PASSED!!!

So don't let these stupid grades let you down! Do your absolute best, study, practice practice practice and you will make it! I Promise

good luck everyone ❤️

[joneeayace]

You used the kaplan qbank?

[Nargii]

Yes!! I would do at least 75 questions a day! And would remediate and take notes!!

[kassm]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I always see high Kaplan scores and it's been freaking me out, so it's super reassuring to hear you passed! And in 75 no less, congratulations! I test in 10 days and have been using strictly Kaplan, so hopefully my story turns out like yours :)

[Nargii]

People kept telling me that numbers don't matter and keep practicing but I was skeptical!!! However, it worked!! I really do believe Kaplan gets you ready! Just remediate and focus on questions and you'll be good! Good luck. Let me know how it goes

[Meganmcm]

I'm in the same boat as you! Only difference is that I used VATI! I failed my exit predictor exam, and was told not to take my NCLEX which was three days away!

I took my NCLEX, and passed at 75 questions!

Shout out to you for staying confident and doing your thing!! And CONGRATS!

~ anyone else reading this, don't let your prep course rule you!

[MetalheadRN]

Thank you for sharing this! I've been using Kaplan and I also agree that it is a great tool to study. My test is in two days and today is my last real study day. On my last few Qbank 75q tests, I've been pulling between 50-60% which is great! On my test today I pulled a 40% which was a bit of a buzz kill but I'm still confident overall. Reading your experience has helped me remain poised and ready to have another swing at the NCLEX. Thank you!