HannRN

If you have already taken proctored exams in all of the subjects, remediate! Focus on what areas you didn't answer correctly. It is also important to figure out "how to answer ATI questions or what answer ATI wants" You can identify this through practice of answering questions and reading EVERY rationale, and once you understand that you will have no problem passing!! After all you have already established a great foundation throughout your nursing program.

I completely agree with the above statement, had it not been shared I would have provided the same input.

Congrats!!!

First takes deep breath, it’s going to be ok. This review process is fairly common for students who took time off and are returning. Policy’s are in place because something occurred in the past in a different student situation that had a negative outcome. Reviewing your application is just a basis of “confirmation” that it was “fair” for you to return to the program. I doubt that you will be required to retake all your pre-courses over. You could also set up an appointment with your nursing director to discuss the process, you may find that you feel better about the outcome.

Are you asking because you are preparing for boards! Or for a specific course? If you are preparing for the NCLEX when do you plan on taking it?

I strongly recommend discussing this concern with your clinical instructor even though you found a fellow classmate willing to give you a ride. I’m glad you were able to make arrangements. It may seem silly to discuss it with your instructor, but if anything were to happen ( example the person giving you a ride is late or does not attend a clinical) your instructor has already been aware of the issue and what measures you have taken. Your instructor may even have different suggestions to help arrange rides.

What is the policy on purse/clinical failing , can you retake one course while in the program? Or are you dismissed from the program with this one failure?

Just for clarification, You said you were dropped from the ADN program with 5 months left? Was the dismissal a result of failing this one ATI exam, or are there other circumstances that caused your dismissal? A little more info would help me make suggestions. If you’d be more comfortable we could discuss this through the messaging this site offers.

I 100% disagree with the statement above and encourage jennelleledesma not to give up on your dream. Failure of a course or 3 for that matter is no reason for anyone to decide that a career isn't for someone else, that is a personal opinion. After all I have many nursing colleagues who have failed courses, and I can tell you they are some of the BEST nurses we have! If the original plan doesn't work, change the plan, but never your GOAL! Good Luck!

It may be best to look at this situation from a different perspective. Although it is frustrating that you will be required to take the entire class and clinical component again, it is a policy set in place by the program you are in for a reason. It may seem daunting now. However, I encourage you to think about how it will impact your future as a nurse. Try to focus on the fact that because you have the opportunity to retake you have the opportunity to expand your learning. Take advantage of having to retake the course and clinical component, take advantage by learning all that you can! Also, every clinical experience will differ from any other you have had, so take the opportunity as an additional time to learn! Good Luck!

hopetopassnclex, I know that it seems daunting but your best bet would be to read each section of the book and answer the practice questions at the end of each chapter. And lastly take the comprehensive at the end of the book! Make sure to read the rationales even if you answered the question correctly, this will help for the actual NCLEX. If you have already done a core content review ( I did Hurst) then I wouldn't necessarily say you should read all of the content in the Pearson book. I recommended brushing up on topics you struggle with. I did the Hurst review and for additional practice I did every NCLEX style question at the end of each chapter in the Pearson book, and the Comp at the end. One important recommendation I have is to read the chapters in Pearson about test taking strategies and how to answer questions. The NCLEX has a certain way it wants you to answer questions in order for them to be correct. Start with that so that you have a general idea of how to properly answer the NCLEX style questions, and then Practice Practice! I say this becasue there were questions that I had on my NCLEX that I honestly didn't know the correct answer, however probably got them correct just knowing how to critically think through to determine the answer. Let me know if you have any more questions, I'm glad to help! When are you taking your NCLEX?

I would like to let you know that not too long ago I went through the same thing, and I can relate it was one of the most difficult times in my life. Although it may seem impossible now I encourage you never to give up, because you can do it! I was in a vewry similar situation 2 years ago, and decided to apply elsewhere. Needless to say I was successful and graduated nursing school. I am also so proud to say I took the NCLEX yestersay for the first time and I passed! You can do this, it its truly what you want you can make it happen ! I wish you the best!

"Its just a test not the end" I completely agree with you on that. This could be a blessing in disguise; there is a reason. Do not give up! I encourage you to take the time to look deep within yourself and understand why this happened. And if you truly want to become a nurse, you can do it! Those who fail often are the most successful in the end! I encourage you to keep going because one day you will finally come to an understanding of why God lead you down this path and you will be so much more appreciative of your nursing career!

Yes, It was the Mary Ann Hogan Comprehensive review! Good luck to you!

Hello everyone! I just wanted to share my NCLEX experience and recommendations. I will start by saying I took the NCLEX yesterday (May 31st, 2018), and PASSED! To my surprise, my results have already shown up on the WI DSPS OLAS application website. Before taking the NCLEX, I had hies that I would pass with 75 questions. However, I ended up having 154 questions. A very important recommendation is to go into the NCLEX with the mindset that you are taking all 265 questions, that way if you get over 75 you won't get anxious. When I left the testing center I sat in my car emotionless, I didn't feel confident and didn't think I passed, but I did! How I prepared and recommendations: My school offered the Hurst review after graduating, so that was the beginning of my NCLEX preparation following graduation. I will say that during the test I did NOT think that the Hurst review helped, but thinking back I don't think I could have passed without it. The Hurst review provides an excellent content review, and it is important that you know this content to pass the NCLEX. If you know your content, you can critically think through any question, even if you've never heard of what the stem of the question is asking. The next recommendation I have is Practice! Practice! Practice! Practice questions are so important to achieve NCLEX success. Do not just rake the questions, make sure you read every rational, even if you answer q1uestions correctly. I mostly used the PEARSON NCLEX test review book and online for practice. I did 100-150 practice questions a day the 2 weeks leading up to my test date. Keep in mind I had already done the Hurst review to ensure I had the content down. The day before your test, I took 100 practice questions in the morning and left the rest of the day for relaxation. Many people say not even to do that and only to relax, so do whats best for you. I do not recommend that you study or take practice questions all day. Just relax, and you will succeed!