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Thank you Kimn That makes me happy. I need to just adjust my thinking pattern and learn how to answer questions better.

I having trouble actually with the situational questions that you stated. How do I go about answering this questions? I'm going to review my test tomorrow, so I will try and memorize some questions and post them tomorrow. Right now my topics are Safety and Infection,Skin Integrity, Oxygenation and Mental Health and my test is in two weeks. In order for me to pass, I need to score an 80 on this test, 82 on the next test, and an 80 on the final. That will give me a 76.7. My school rounds so it will put me in a passing. My test is in 2 and a half weeks from today. How would any of you handle this? My highest grade so far was a 70, which means I need to answer 5 more questions correctly or better and that will put me on the path to success. Thank you everyone who took time out of there busy lives to help a complete stranger. Maybe one day I will have the honor of joining the ranks of the RN and post my experience, which might help a fellow student. Love you all.

What made you think that I thought nursing school would be a walk in the park? I have never said anything of that nature. I actually thought it would be the hardest thing in the world. I know I have to work harder that's a given, but what I'm trying to figure out is other successful people's studying habits or suggestions. I'm sure I'm not the only person in my situation. Did anyone out that pull through after failing a few tests? A success stories out there?

I bought the book awhile ago and use it to practice. I know it's not to suppose to be easy, but the questions have more than 1 right answer it's the "best answer" , which makes it so much harder. I talked to my adviser and teachers and they're weren't much help. I'm going to need a miracle to get through this program. I'm not sure how to critically think. How do you prepare for the test?

Well, I thought when I would enter the nursing school, work hard at it, and bam a passing grade. Eventually, go on to have kids and still my children you can do whatever you want, because like your dad who had trouble eventually found success. God, that seems so wonderful, but so far from the truth. I'm failing nursing school. Yes, this is my second test an I got a 68 on my test. My first grade was a 62, and I have 3 more test to go. Oh yea, the final being cumulative and worth 40 percent of your grade. I don't want to be weeded out of the program, but it appears that is exactly what is happening at my college. Is nursing school meant to be this hard? I mean the questions are so poorly written that you have no idea on what they're even asking. (sorry just letting some steam out). Anyway, I'm 31 years old, and my wife is 31 also. We want kids, and as I write this I can hear her biological clock ticking. I thought this would be the right move. From my job, I was able to save around 40k for our future with only student loan debt, which is around 20k. My wife 0 student loan debt. I thought me becoming a nurse plus our savings would be enough for her not to work for a few years. It sucks that I'm not smart enough to do this program. I don't want to wallow in despair, but i'm only human. I just wanted to be successful at something worth a damn. Seems like no matter how hard I try the tests just keep me down or I keep myself down. Either way, I'm down and out. Anybody in the virtual world of nurses can help me out? I'm thinking of just dropping into LPN program next semester or year. Maybe using the time to work as a CNA or something. In my mind, I'm already defeated. My self esteem is at a 0 and my self worth is at a negative now. It's easy to vent online. My wife is supportive, but I would rather see her happy. I wish I wasn't a loser.

Hello, Last time I visited the site, I got so much support from registered users of this forums, that I decided to enter the nursing program. Here is the link https://allnurses.com/pre-nursing-student/late-me-become-497456-page12.html#post4569262 in case any wanted to see it. Anyway, I was told today after Microbiology lab " That I'm sorry you don't have what it takes to become a nurse. It's just not your thing.". I had trouble with the microscope today and a few other days, so based off of that, she assessed that I couldn't pass clinical. Being in her position and her being a doctor, I felt so bad, and I had to refrain from crying on the spot. Keep in my mind I'm a guy. I told her that I would worker harder and hopefully by the end of the semster she would change her opinion of me. Has anybody ever had someone tell you that you can't do something? If so, how did you handle it? I tried to turn it into a positive, but having a real hard time doing so. My school has a low passage rate for the nursing program like 30 percent or something low like that. I don't want to tell my wife or my family what was said to me today, so I rather ask you for some advice. I mean she could of worded it so differently like "if you keep on this path, you won't be a nurse.", but she actually said "You don't have what it takes.". I mean when she see's me she see's a failure.

Thank you again for the all the support... I just quit my desk job and I will be pursuing my nursing full time.

They you all for such positive words of encouragement. Literally, I feel like I can do this. I can actually do something with my life. I am really thankful that everyone took the time to encourage me. It really means a lot. I don't know how to thank you all, but the best way I can thank you all is by becoming the best damn nurse there is.

Thank you so much for the promptly responses... I am just trying to figure my course in life. I know you're not suppose define who you're by your job, but how can you not? For example, when asked who you're people will probably define themselves by their job, by saying "I am a nurse". I guess, I want the nursing profession to fill a empty void... I hope this makes sense.

Hello, Why is it easy to be honest with complete strangers? I am 30 years old male, and I was just accepted into a nursing program a year ago. I was very excited, but I allowed people to talk me out of the program. I was told that I was to old, that I had a weak stomach, that they don't see me as a nurse, and it would be hard becoming a nurse because I am a male. I thought they were right, but a year later I find myself regretting not starting the program. I completed the Navy, so the navy would pay my rent, tuition, and my book fees. So money is not the issue. I don't like my current job. I have been put on probation at my job, and I feel like it's a blessing in disguise. And I have done so many desk jobs and don't like it. I work at a school doing filing, grades, and busy work. The job does not satisfy me. Come to think of it, I don't like desk jobs, I have way to much energy, and I love being social. I care about my fellow man. My job's pay is alright, but the health insurance is horrible, i do as many hours as i would a nurse, and I come home feeling like why am i doing this job. I can't support my wife, I don't feel like my work as any meaning to me, and it's dull. If I became a nurse, I could offer her more, and most importantly the job could give me value. My wife's main concern is what if I don't like nursing. My question to her is what if it is what i been looking for all this time!!!! Can anybody out their relate?

Hello, I am interested in becoming a nurse. I have already acquired my 4 year degree in Information Technology at Suny Albany (2.6GPA). With the economic downturn the economy has taken, I lost my job. Luckily, I'm still young and do not have any children to support. I'm very happily married to a Japanese wife, who is still learning the language here. So it is unreasonable for me to expect her to bring any income to the table. Being laid off, was very hard on me mentally, so I want to move to a career that makes a difference. My two choices is public service and nursing. I have applied to graduate school at Rockfeller College for a MPA, but i still worried about graduating and not finding a job. I am well aware of the shortage of male nursing that our country faces, so I think that might be more rewarding for me. Also, not worrying about losing my job is also a another factor. Overall, I just want to always be able to provide for my family, and not rely on the government to support my family. Doing this, and helping people seems really great. I have done research on my own. Now I know hospitals perfer people with a BSN over a 2 year degree. In my situation, I could go to https://www.hvcc.edu/index.php college and get my 2 year there. This could be ideal because I would keep my costs down. Also, I have MGIB which would pay for a year of my education. Any advice on how I should become a nurse will honestly be really appreciated. If any programs, I should not do, will also be very helpful. Not sure if i'm being clear or not, so what i'm asking is this: What is the best way for me to be a nurse with a 4 year degree? I live upstate new york. Relocating would be tough as I'm bound by a lease at the moment. Thank for taking the time to read this. All advice will be greatly appreciated. Thanks