what to use to study for NCLEX RN again?

mbuttar · Mar 9, 2011

Hey, don't feel bad we can do this, i'm taking my nclex in april 27th I Heared exam cram is good book..you should try that...good luck !!

uaefan · Mar 10, 2011

Sorry for your disappointment, LaMorLPN. I'm not sure how long it takes for another ATI. In my state the ATI was good for 3 attempts so all I had to do was fork over $200 to PearsonVue and schedule my test. I'd suggest checking out my post under "long time lurker, first time poster" for study materials, prayers, and overall motivation to go in headstrong on your next (and last) attempt at NCLEX.

uaefan · Mar 10, 2011

Rats, I meant ATT!!!

LaMorLPN · Mar 10, 2011

Sorry for your disappointment, LaMorLPN. I'm not sure how long it takes for another ATI. In my state the ATI was good for 3 attempts so all I had to do was fork over $200 to PearsonVue and schedule my test. I'd suggest checking out my post under "long time lurker, first time poster" for study materials, prayers, and overall motivation to go in headstrong on your next (and last) attempt at NCLEX.

I did look at your post over there. Thank you for the advice I did the kaplan book and CD, I also had davis which I didn't like. I am a practicing catholic that goes to mass nearly 5 times a week and prays daily :) but thank you for the prayers

cyram81APRN, MSN · Mar 10, 2011

I did look at your post over there. Thank you for the advice I did the kaplan book and CD, I also had davis which I didn't like. I am a practicing catholic that goes to mass nearly 5 times a week and prays daily :) but thank you for the prayers

I'll keep you in my prayers LaMorLPN, I am starting to say the rosary for the rest of lent. This will help me keep saying it since I stopped for some time now. Have you tried saying a novena or do perpetual adoration?

babanie · Mar 10, 2011

Your in my prayers LaMorLPN. I started using Saunders. It's a great book for content. I've also heard LaCharity is a MUST.

We can do it!!!

God Bless

LaMorLPN · Mar 10, 2011

thanks evryone I feel liek such a loser :crying2: I'm wondering if I should pay for an online review class

uaefan · Mar 10, 2011

thanks evryone I feel liek such a loser I'm wondering if I should pay for an online review class

Okay, you really need to flush that attitude. You are NOT a loser! You are intelligent! You graduated from school, right? I graduated with a 3.82 and it still took me 3 attempts to pass NCLEX...2 years later. This test has zero bearing on what kind of nurse you're going to be. It's just a hurdle that must be passed in order to practice. It's okay to have a little anxiety. The silver lining is that you've seen the test now; you know what to expect. It's impossible to know everything. You have to go in with a positive attitude; if you go in feeling like a loser or not feeling prepared, guess what? You'll fail again! If you go in with your head held high, shoulders back, and saying to yourself "I WILL PASS," guess what? You'll pass!

You have to have core nursing knowledge and the ability to apply it, but those mean nothing unless you attack NCLEX with a kick-ass attitude. The NCLEX does not control you...YOU CONTROL THE NCLEX!

By the way, if you feel you need an online course, do it. Lots of people are visual/auditory learners. Question books worked fine for me...but that's me. You have to find what's comfortable for you.

sheila0313 · Mar 10, 2011

Sorry to hear you didn't pass. You will pass the next time, just keep studying and keep faith in God. I know this is off the topic but I was thinking of getting my Rn through Excelsior, can you tell me a little bit about the program, how long did it take you to finish? Also I suggest studying Saunders, Incredibly made easy, and Lacharity. Thanks for any advise in advance, God bless!

cyram81APRN, MSN · Mar 10, 2011

thanks evryone I feel liek such a loser I'm wondering if I should pay for an online review class

I agree with uaefan totally!! You HAVE to stay positive. Thinking about failure is not a choice. You made it through nursing school. Don't think you are a failure. YOU ARE NOT! I failed my first time and sure it was emotional experience for me for a week, but GET UP and start being positive. What makes you happy? Do you want to be a nurse? WANT IT AND KEEP POSITIVES AROUND YOU!! I keep a post it note in my bathroom every night. It all says different things like "I will be a great nurse," "I will PASS the NCLEX," "The NCLEX is just a test,"

You will do great! UAEFAN said to study what feels comfortable for you. You can do it!!

LaMorLPN · Mar 10, 2011

Okay, you really need to flush that attitude. You are NOT a loser! You are intelligent! You graduated from school, right? I graduated with a 3.82 and it still took me 3 attempts to pass NCLEX...2 years later. This test has zero bearing on what kind of nurse you're going to be. It's just a hurdle that must be passed in order to practice. It's okay to have a little anxiety. The silver lining is that you've seen the test now; you know what to expect. It's impossible to know everything. You have to go in with a positive attitude; if you go in feeling like a loser or not feeling prepared, guess what? You'll fail again! If you go in with your head held high, shoulders back, and saying to yourself "I WILL PASS," guess what? You'll pass!
You have to have core nursing knowledge and the ability to apply it, but those mean nothing unless you attack NCLEX with a kick-ass attitude. The NCLEX does not control you...YOU CONTROL THE NCLEX!
By the way, if you feel you need an online course, do it. Lots of people are visual/auditory learners. Question books worked fine for me...but that's me. You have to find what's comfortable for you.

wow that actually made me feel a lot better :)