Studying for the NCLEX after 3 years of no nursing

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Hi everyone. I graduated from my nursing school back in 2005, and took the NCLEX-RN around that time. However, I failed, and because of certain circumstances, I never retook the test. I recently re-applied with the California BRN and just received by ATT about a week ago.

I am looking forward to taking this test again, however, I'm a bit reluctant. I feel like I have forgotten everything from nursing school. What do you guys recommend is the best way to study in my case? Should I just get a bunch of NCLEX-RN books and start going over thousands of questions per week? And about how long should I study?

Do you recommend any specific books that worked out great for you?

I'm very eager to start studying, but I feel like I don't know where to start. :p

Thanks for your help in advance!:bowingpur

Suzanne usually sends her 2nd tip every 2 weeks...how long have you pmed her? just be patient. While waiting why don't you brush up on your weak spots or maybe review on meds and infection control...I belong to the April group and just by reading the posts from beginning to end you will have a lot information which is very helpful on your NCLEX preparation. By the way, Suzanne also discourages anyone to discuss her plan in any of the forums. Just wait for it and I tell you its all worth it. GOODLUCK!!!:up:

Hello Pink! I am about to start studying for the NCLEX too, how do I get Suzanne's tips? Thank you so much.

Specializes in Psychiatric Nursing.
Hello Pink! I am about to start studying for the NCLEX too, how do I get Suzanne's tips? Thank you so much.

its in the sticky on top of the forum...click on the NCLEX discussion forum and its there...:typing

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