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    falied nclex rn 3 times now what

    BloomNurseRN replied to marinesgirl's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm so sorry. I can't imagine how frustrated you are but want you to know that there are other people out there who have gone through the same thing. This board is a great way to find out you're not...
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    Any additional books you recommend?

    BloomNurseRN replied to twss2323's topic in General Students

    I highly recommend the RNotes flip book. It's fabulous for new students to see V/S info and things like that. I also HIGHLY recommend LaCharity's Prioritization, Delegation, and Assignment. It has...
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    I have a few questions!

    BloomNurseRN replied to Tyler626's topic in General Students

    Once you take the NCLEX, as long as you don't let your license lapse, you won't ever have to take it again. You should be able to transfer your license through the BON. As for experience, I am a...
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    Lack of confidence. Taking nclex 7/22/13

    BloomNurseRN replied to Nurse1130's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    SATA are never going to be easy (although I've heard people say it, I will never believe it). I usually tackled them with the true/false method. Ex: A patient presents with right sided heart...
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    Passing NCLEX after poor education

    BloomNurseRN replied to Here-n-Now's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congratulations!! You had a lot of hurdles to overcome but you are an inspiration to all those getting ready for the NCLEX. I have a friend who had a similar experience. She went to a school and...
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    Feeling so discouraged.

    BloomNurseRN replied to GetSirius's topic in TEAS Exam Help

    Have you completed your nursing pre-req's including chem? I know I struggled on that section with TEAS but after using the ATI study guide I was able to score an 84%. That was after going back to...
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    policy for rescheduling

    BloomNurseRN replied to sm0205's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    As long as you reschedule at least 24 hours in advance of your currently scheduled test, there is no charge. I have known people who rescheduled multiple times to move up their date without any...
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    Can I wear my scrubs to an interview?

    BloomNurseRN replied to uhohbube's topic in General Students

    Could you call and explain that you have lab directly and just ask if it would be ok? I think hearing it beforehand, as opposed to being surprised by it, could make it work. I know when I have been...
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    NCLEX Rules - Please Follow Them!

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    That can absolutely be the case. There are definitely reasons other than what I listed that can cause a test to be put on hold. Something as simple as completing it too fast could cause it to hold...
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    Did Maslow or ABC help when selecting the NCLEX answers?

    BloomNurseRN replied to determine2bdone's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I didn't really feel that I used Maslow's but I absolutely used ABC's. There were absolutely times I would get an answer down to a blood pressure or pulse issue and a breathing issue. When it comes...
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    Dialysis co other than Davita

    BloomNurseRN replied to randyquit's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Have you looked at Fresenius Health Care? I am not in southern California but I know they have locations throughout the country. Good
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    NCLEX Rules - Please Follow Them!

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    There were definitely pro's to that but I am VERY glad I didn't have to wait 4-6 for my results in the mail.
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    NCLEX Rules - Please Follow Them!

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yes!! I would definitely be interested to hear the stories they share around the water cooler! Also, I have to say when your nerves are at high attention, it is really hard to keep a clear head....
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    What are the chances of failing with 75 questions?

    BloomNurseRN replied to kwit412's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yes, you can fail in 75 questions. There have been people on here who have had that happen. You can fail anywhere on the spectrum of 75-265. BUT, you have gotten the good pop-up so it sounds like you...
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    Should I be worrying about NCLEX-RN?

    BloomNurseRN replied to amc248's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    There are certainly people that don't really study for the NCLEX that pass just fine. Heck, a classmate of mine got his ATT 5 days after our last final and scheduled his NCLEX for the very next day....
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    NCLEX Rules - Please Follow Them!

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It certainly makes sense that the things they're watching for change as people change. I'm sure they see new ways to try to beat the system or somehow do things we're not supposed to all the time....
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    NCLEX Rules - Please Follow Them!

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Wow, that's a bad situation to have happen. Again, people just don't seem to be reading the instructions. That's so sad but an excellent example of how not following a simple rule can result in time...
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    NCLEX Rules - Please Follow Them!

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    The lockers are secured with a key that you are given. You can access the locker during your break though. If you have a snack or drink that you want to have during your break you would access your...
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    NCLEX Rules - Please Follow Them!

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I was going to do the same but it was a cloudy day and threatening rain so I didn't want to walk to the testing center only to have to walk back and get drenched after it was over if I couldn't call...
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    NCLEX Rules - Please Follow Them!

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Making sure it's still sealed on the way out is the final check. It's the confirmation that the bag really was NOT opened at any point during the test. The bags are like mini shipping bags so once...
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    NCLEX Rules - Please Follow Them!

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yep, this is definitely new. It wasn't started until March 2013 and I think that while many instructors and review presenters know this, there are many that don't. Again, that's why it's SO...
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    NCLEX Rules - Please Follow Them!

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It's to prove that it has been secured while you were taking the test and that it has NOT been accessed at any time after you started the test. They place it in the sealed envelope and you place it...
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    Communication Advice for Nursing Students

    BloomNurseRN replied to Teresag_CNS's topic in General Students

    Excellent advice! It's so hard as a nursing student to know what's appropriate. Having just graduated I'm still learning and it's good to know this information.
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    NCLEX Rules - Please Follow Them!

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Excellent point! My center also had people remove any wrist watch, bracelets, even a hair tie around the wrist. Then before entering the testing room we had to turn out any pockets that could be...
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    Nclex disaster management

    BloomNurseRN replied to swansonplace's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs