Kward1985

So, very odd & random question....Some people I know who are RNs and friends say that the NCLEX is easier in some states than others. I am completely 100% positive that is false....? I know there are different rules & regulations for each state and blah blah blah....but I thought the questions are still given random & it just depends on the test you got. That is my thinking. My friends think I am wrong because they know in other certifications for different degrees, that it's true, other states have 'easier' tests.....but I'm pretty sure that isn't true for the NCLEX...? Thank you!! :typing

I agree almostnurse1983....it greatly depends on where you live & what speciality you are going for.

That is true, there are many RNs who work in docs offices; that I know at least!

Thank you for the support & advice ) I appreciate it!

Thank you. I will look into that & see how the book is. I am just freaking out b/c I know I need to pass the 2nd time around & I just dont know if there is anything to really 'prepare' anyone for the NCLEX...b/c when I went in there, my mind went blank, and some of the questions seemed too 'simple' and i was trying not to read into them! Oh boy, let the stress level rise again! haha

were you the type of person that was able to not study too much in school & did awesome on tests? it seems like it! :nuke: i really had to work my butt off in school & then got good grades, but i feel like i forgot 1/2 the material. i won't study & cram as much, but i think i need to find a new way of how to study...b/c i've noticed i try to memorize & i know i can't do that....but i don't know how to do a different way of studying.

Thank you so much!! ) :cheers:

Thank you Suzanne! Do you specifically want Saunders 4th ed? Or is it O.K. if I use my Saunders 3rd ed? Also, with your plan, do you suggest to take the NCLEX again at the exact 45 day mark when were a loud to test again or extend it a bit further? Thank you for everything again. This site is wonderful! I just joined this morning & Everyone is so helpful! I'm slowly getting the hang of it! :nuke:

Thank you! That helps! I did use Kaplan and thought it was decent. I've done at least over 1,400 questions and I always review over the rationales. My social life was put on major holt for the last 2 1/2 months! I was really excited & Hoping to pass so I can go to family events & hang out with friends again instead of work, study, eat, sleep! But I guess I will be back at it again! Do you think the ncsbn really helps? I noticed its only $100 for 5 week course which almost is at the 45 day mark of when I'm allowed to test again. I just dont know if I should do both Suzanne's plan & the NCSBN. Did you work as a GN as well during your studying?

did you only do Suzanne's Plan?? Did you do NCSBN online at all???? What Saunders book did you use??? I have the 3rd ed...u think that is ok instead of the 4th ed?? I really dont want to spend another $55! I took my test on the 18th too, but failed for the 1st time....its time for my 2nd attempt! CONGRATS TO YOU!!!!:onbch:

Hey Jack! Quick question for you.... First off, CONGRATS!! ) Second off....I see you used the NCSBN Online review...did that help you a lot?? I recently graduated in May 08 as well and just took my test and found out today I failed....Quite depressing since I've had many years of experience in the hospital, currently work in an ER, & + 4 years of nursing school! My school offered us Kaplan & I didnt think it was too bad...but it didnt go over material too much...just lots of questions. I studied my butt off every since day of every single week! Im trying to figure out another way to approach the exam I guess. I had a ton of med questions, meds I havent even heard of before & I couldnt even narrow down the answers! I think that was what got me! Any advice?? How was the NCSBN?

I actually just took my nclex friday & i had a test that sounds exactly like yours! its so nerve racking!

Has anyone done the ncsbn online learning extension???? I dont know if I should purchase that or only do Suzanne's plan???? Any ideas?? Thanks!:nuke:

Also, Has anyone done the ncsbn online learning extension???? I dont know if I should purchase that or only do Suzanne's plan???? Any ideas??

Just stay positive! im in the same position! We have to relax & be positive! )