iloveclay

iloveclay

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  1. any nclex takers in october-share study tips

    i've changed my date from 9/26 to 10/6. i changed the site, to one where i will avoid rush hour traffic and the time from 8am to 11:15 am since i am not a morning person and will have a one hour...
  2. september 19 CA nclex-rn,ANYONE?

    Hey guys, don't despair. The wait will soon be over. I graduated in 1997 from nursing school and took my boards July 6 and 7th of 1977 and did not receive my mailed results until August 30th. I...
  3. No More Books/Studying ...til later

    I've decided to return to nursing after being away since 1992. I practiced for about 12 yrs. I went back to college after that and received a degree in Mechanical Engineering and was SOOOO glad when...
  4. God give me strength

    Great job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  5. For the person who failed the NCLEX several times

    I practiced for 12+ yrs as an RN before I left to pursue another career (Mechanical Engineering) and can count on one hand the mistakes I made and they were medication errors. Yes she must have done...
  6. Failed the NCLEX-RN for the 5th time!

    So sorry to hear of your not passing. It would be and is difficult to be in your position. It's real easy for everyone to give advice and another to be you. I will be retaking my boards Oct 6th. I...
  7. Took NCLEX without studying. Anyone else?

    I LOVE your attitude. It is a refreshing change from the many posts that are seen here. I let my license lapse awhile ago and now want to return to nursing. I have a rather unique situation. I...
  8. Kaplan Review

    Here's the link to Kaplan.
  9. God give me strength

    hang in there gene. it sounds as if you're walking the green mile....think tom hanks and the big black dude. you sound like you have prepared yourself very well. you have what's called "fear of the...
  10. I used your link and checked the seler's feedback and did find several comments 1.A little confusing since it comes in package for both LPN and RN; great content! and 2. I hope they can segregate...
  11. A little background.....I passed the old boards in 1977 and went on to practice in nursing (Orthro, med-surgical) til 1991. I went back to school and received a degree in Mechanical Engineering. I...
  12. So what website was
  13. I am scheduled to take the NCLEX 9/28. I'm hoping to pass the first time but in the event I don't, I'd like to know when those 45 days begin? In my state you have to wait 45 days to retake. Does...
  14. Thank you everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    :yeah::yeah::yeah::yeah::yeah: :ancong!: Great job. Next is my turn!!!!!!! I forgot, what was your test strategy? What advise was the most helpful? Did you use Saunder's, how many questions did...
  15. sprklplnty We have something in common. I, too, am 53. But unlike you, I entered nursing right out of high school. graduating in "77. I practiced for about 13 yrs then left to goget an...
  16. sprklplnty Yes Let us all know how you do. I really enjoying hearing a person's journey of studying and worrying and so on to know how they did and if their emotions were right on or
  17. September 2008 support group!

    Can you add me to your list of September test taker. I will be testing on 9/25. I especially need some prayers. I graduated in 77 and passed the "old" boards and practiced for 10+ yrs. I left...
  18. I had some thoughts about the NCLEX. Some background, I tested once for the boards back in 1977 and passed. I practiced for about 12+ yrs. orthro, med-surg and nursing home). I don't remember if I...
  19. Passing at 75

    Thanks frostrambler for the feedback and the infection control link. It seems pretty extensive which is good. I, too, find Saunders lacking in that subject. Good Luck
  20. share your experience with SAUNDERS

    Correct me if I'm wrong, but you didn't do any questions? I believe that answering q's is the key. Then reviewing the answers and what you got wrong as well as what you got right. Really focus on...
  21. JUST GOT HOME ALL 265 questions OMG!!!

    :wink2: I did think of one positive thing about the new testing with the computer. And that is you find out your results faster and therefore you can test sooner - 45 days, whatever your state...
  22. Kaplan Review course

    Sponkie Here is a link. You will need to use Internet Explorer as your browser. For some reason, it doesn't like Firefox....
  23. JUST GOT HOME ALL 265 questions OMG!!!

    Momofthree Don't throw in the towel so soon. It's waaaaaaaaaaay too early for that. If you remember the Kaplan book says to plan on answering 265 questions. It seems the NCLEX is a totally random...
  24. She usually sends her email for the second tip twice a month, from what I've read. I received mine at the end of July. So it should be coming around the 15 or so. Don't quote me on the exact date...
  25. Starting therapy--need opinions about past drug use

    Just a couple questions..............Are you presently practicing as a nurse and when was the last time you used? You mentioned it has been 10 yrs. If that is the case I wouldn't disclose anything...