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So I empathize with you. I graduated on June 12th, took it June 26th got 265 and failed. Waited exactly 45 days, took it and was out in 75 questions within 45 minutes. Just got hired today at a major hospital. Listen, you really need to sit back and analyze how you approach this material. Look at the PCR- are you near passing or passing in all areas? Listen I know the road seems long and rough, but you need to go back to the drawing board. If you need content go back through the Saunders and then use questions to re-validate what you've read. Then use Kaplan Q-Bank for a challenge. You really have to approach that exam like your taking a Kaplan test. I swear, I took the fear out of it.

You can do it- take your time and breathe. Read and Re-read each questions.

@jlynn167 I got near passing in all areas!

@dbrenda1510 Review the areas you think you may be weak in. Do questions to solidify the content! Most importantly keep calm, treat it like a practice exam and pray!

Thanks everyone!

Hey to my allnurses community! I would like to first say thanks to everyone on here who has contributed in some way or another, you guy's don't know how beneficial reading your methods has helped. My Story I graduated June 12th and took my exam June 26th, went straight to 265. After getting the bad pop-up, I realized the worst had happened and all I could do is plan to do better. I told myself in exactly 45 days, I would seek to re-test and stuck to my guns. So 8/12/14, I went back in and the computer shut-off at 75! Good-Pop Up. Many people probably would like to know what did I do? I did probably the same thing you're doing as a matter of fact you're probably a little smarter than me. Not calling myself a dummy, but I didn't do a bunch of questions like everyone emphasizes. I watched Hurst Videos and did the QReview, purchased a Saunders review book 6E and pretty much read from cover to cover with special emphasis on my weak areas. With YouTube being my great ally so I could witness certain procedures such as the Allen's Test. Also, my greatest contributing factor was actually giving it to GOD and trusting that he has designed the universe and thus knows the outcome to my life. The atheists and non-believers say you don't need GOD. But it clearly was with his guidance. Trust me give it to him.

Thanks for the advice; took it and exam shut off at 75! Got The Good Pop-UP

Thanks for the advice, I appreciate it.

To my all nurses community, I graduated on June 12th and took my exam on June 26th. I received all 265 questions, took no breaks, finished in 4 hours and got the cc page:(. I wasn't devastated; however I was confused after getting the PCR with near passing in all categories. Like other posters have mentioned it may not be content. I'm not sure if I didn't read all the questions concisely or was just plain nervous. So far I bought the Saunders 6E, read almost from cover to cover. Did a few questions but they seem rather easy. I also reactivated HURST watched all videos took notes; and did 4 of the Q-Reviews: 79/125, 82/125, 86/125, 89/ 125.. I'm still reviewing and I'm wondering if I should push it back or go in full force. Any Thoughts?

My test is July 3rd, don't question what you've been called to do. Becoming a nurse is unlike most professions, it's a calling. Let's remove the doubts and cast negativity away from our minds, and go in there with a clear conscious! Remember YOU are the NURSE. If you don't believe it make it your affirmation when you look in the mirror.

@RNsRWE I may have posed a similar question, mainly to seek clarification and get advice. All nursing schools don't teach at the same level; hence some schools wouldn't be on Academic Probation. I sense arrogance in your question, but maybe that's not you're intention. The NCLEX-RN has been magnified to be a challenging exam! How do you expect a novice nursing student even a straight A student to know what program works best without getting a personal testimony. Every program purports to be the best with a money back guarantee! How would one know to seek a content based review, if they already believe they are sufficient with content. Why would one seek a strategies-decision based review if someone always performed well on tests? Hell why even study!!! People are anxious they want to succeed, and they want all the information they can use. Sometimes people may overlook or undervalue a review, it may prompt them to check it out. So congratulations on your achievements, but realize we want to be where you are.

Congrats Topaz, I'm going to go in there with the same confidence as you!!!

Congrats!! GO CELEBRATE I take mine July 3rd and I'm literally a nervous wreck. I'm using Mary Ann Hogan Comprehensive Review for NCLEX LaCharity PDA and Kaplan Q-Trainer and Q-Bank. Those videos put me to sleep, I find that I'm weak in SATA, and some of meds was it anything out of the norm.

I was able to pass my version one test, with lots of anxiety but minimal stress. I suggest everyone who hasn't taken it yet to purchase the green hesi book and review content. Doing questions all day is good, but i suggest learning the content. If you have any questions and havent taken it yet feel free to pm me.

You made a real good point! Thanks for the advice!

I've been with my girlfriend for about 2.5 years on and off and I realize that is difficult to maintain a relationship and be a successful nursing student. She never seems to understand the toll this program has taken on me and I somehow secretly wish she experiences it soon. She graduated school, but wants to cross over into nursing. If I'm studying and can't give her the attention then she must go out and hang with her friends. I'm not looking to control her, but I wonder how would it be if the shoe were on the other foot. I have a ton of work, and she changes her plans from wanting to cook to wanting me to get out and take her to the movies or bar. WoW

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First take a deep breath. I was in your same shoes with the suicide thing, I can tell you from experience that you really don't want to die, you want to escape from what's making you miserable. If nursing isn't for you than, you can always opt out. Your parents would rather you do that then kill yourself. Also, taking a break from it may help you out mentally. It may give you the much needed time to realize what you may see yourself doing in life. Nursing is challenging and it requires your attention, what good will you be to anyone if your heart isn't in it. Also, NCLEX is depending on you to accurately answer those questions. Personally I would cry and keep pushing. Not cry and quit. Your too damn close to give up, you should have done that in the second quarter. If I were you I would either take a break or hack it out and get that degree. No one says you have to work as a staff nurse. You don't have to be religious to ask God for guidance and to lead your footsteps during this trying time.

I think being a new nurse you must be assertive, after all you can do your job and theirs too. Don't waver, because of fear. Your CNA's are there to help you hence the name of their title. If u need them to be toileted than their job is to do just that. If they have a problem then offer to get the nursing supervisor involved, I'm sure they will reiterate. If you show signs of weakness they'll run over you with every opportunity.

@whosurdaddy, I won't begin to jump on the nursing bandwagon about what school is better than the other. Trust me, I've worked at two major Chicago area hospitals and as long as you can pass the boards and obtain the license that says RN, you will be employed. I'm not sure if you are in a nursing program, but nothing is risky if you prepare for it.

It's very unfortunate, I recently had a few students who were due to graduate return to our class to take things they already took before. It's a cruel way to gain insight on who they may believe will pass. Maybe you should first consult legal consultation then start a petition on change.org I'm sure most students will sign it.

I've experienced the same problem previously. I think I've struggled with ADHD all my life, I think being in nursing school you realize something isn't right. The volume of info you must process shouldn't be taken lightly. Many people take adderall and concerta and have improved concentration and abilities to perform whereas before they were a train wreck. I literally get distracted by everything the most quiet environments to the moderate environments, sometimes I change positions 10 times while reading my med surg book. Tomorrow I see the psychotherapist and hopefully I can get my prescription. YouTube adderall and concerta

I love the program. Straight to the point, no nonsense. Children get weeded out. Here's the two issues that I would consider. They have initial accreditation from the State of Indiana, but they aren't recognized by the NLN accrediting committee. Most Hospitals only want BSN prepared nurses CCNE accredited and if they do take an ADN they need them to be accredited by NLN. Not a big rift, because you can always obtain a BSN after you finish. Chamberlain in Tinley Park has a really great program too. Kinda on the expensive side 85Kish. They should be able to take your HESI scores they require you to have a 2.75 GPA either from High School or college.

THANKS FOR THE INFO CHIBIRN, I will check him out