The day finally came, Monday morning bright and early. I have studied hard, and up to the last day. Ruthi helped, Brady helped, I read, did online tests, cd rom tests, did an entire 1400 page NCLEX review book containing 64 chapters, with over 4,000 questions, as well as another NCLEX prep book with 400+ questions. I also did about 3/4 of a 3rd NCLEX review book (2500 questions).
This is an interesting test. Kind of difficult to explain, but it is a computer adaptive test, meaning it adjusts to your right or wrong answers, making subsequent questions easier or harder. A mathematical algorhythm calculates your competence. It was nerve racking. It is a 205question test, with each taker doing a minimum of 85 questions, or the maximum of 205 based on your competency level that is calculated with each question answered; with thrown in questions not graded, but being tested for usage on furture exams.
As I was going along, I was frustrated with the bank of questions I received. No right answer ever jumped out at me like they did in my review books. I found myself becoming quite anxious and insecure. Seems to me like every other question was a "Select All" and I loathe those. As I got question 85 I was prepared for it to either shut off, or continue. I answered 85, hit next and BAM, computer shut off. I flipped out. There is absolutely no way to gauge how you did. You can pass or fail with 85, and pass or fail with more. I took about 90 minutes to hit 85.
As I left, completely stupified, I was handed a pamphlet that said I can pay with credit card online for "UNOFFICIAL" quick results in 2 business days. That will be tomorrow. I am going nuts waiting....the second guessing is horrific. I just don't know what to think. I have been to all my nursing website chat forums and from what I've read shutting off @ 85 is a good thing, but other people had tested up to 170 questions and passed, as well as many people failing at 85. So, I sit here, sick to my stomach...I have completely chewed my fingers up and have not slept well in 3 nights now! I cannot wait for tomorrow...either way I just want to know. If I do not pass, I will receive notification from Board of Nursing as to when I can test again, either 45 or 90 days! If I pass I will receive mail notification with license #, etc. FINGERS CROSSED! Thanks to all for your continued love and support. It has meant everything to me!
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I never doubted for one minute that you would pass. Do you know that? I know how smart you are, how hard you work and how capable you are of doing well when you put your mind to anything you really want. You got me, didn't you?? Although at this point....I sure hope you aren't regretting it. :-( xoxoxoxoxoxo
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