On the day of my NCLEX, i woke up and had a healthy breakfast. I did not wake up extra early to go over any of my notes.I wanted to have a clear mind not an overloaded mind.That would cause my mind to go blank during testing. I got myself ready for the day and I was on my way to the testing center. I followed this guide that I purchased from Barnes & Noble the author was Lippincott. This guide taught me study techniques and how to prepare myself mentally and physically for my exam. I left home early to arrive at the center 30 minutes before my scheduled time so that I may relax in my vehicle. I left all my belongings in my car which is one of the requirements including my cell. I said a little prayer asking god to bless me so that I only have to take this exam once.I was sitting in a small cubicle with a scratch paper that I had to return once I was done and a pencil.It felt like a movie set with cameras all around and an examiner to monitor.I had up to 3 hours to complete the test. I also could have taken a break or gone to the bathroom but your time is still running. The first couple of questions are practice questions.I did 80 test questions and it kept going that is when I stared getting nervous.My classmates told me that if the questions do not stop after 80 that meant I failed. The questions stopped in the 100s.
It was finally over. There was this website that one of my friends refer me to which I paid to have my results online within two days.While anticipating my results, I had two sleepless nights. On the second day, I pulled it up and there it was the four letter word capitalized saying PASS. Unfortunately, it did not give me a score. The following week, I received my official passing letter from the State Board of Nursing along with my Temporary License. I took a week off after that to get plenty of rest. I did have a job in line with a company that I was already working for as a CNA. Now I have been an LPN for the past 6 years.
So for those of you out there don't be scared to take the LPN NCLEX. Study and practice and you will be find. Take a deep breath and walk into the testing center with confidence saying to yourself "I got this".
Good Luck!
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