Unsuccessful Blog but successful test results!

I PASSED!!!! I am utterly amazed. (I just realized what a strange word 'utterly' is) My time spent studying for this exam was wrought with stress. I had several big things going on that were completely distracting me during my study process. I was going to write a blog about my studying, but I didn't have the time, or the energy to do so. I remember telling Evan that I didn't think I would pass and maybe I should not take it this year. He, being the amazing hubby he is, told me to take it anyway and that at least I would get the expensive experience of sitting for the test, even if I didn't pass.

Well...The first part of the exam was EASY. I breezed through it without a problem. Oh I forgot to mention I was horribly sick and had laryngitis during the test as well. The SECOND half was a different story. It completely rocked my world, and I was convinced I bombed it horribly.

Fast forward a few months and I get my letter yesterday. As I was opening the letter I was already grumbling to myself 'sorry loser-try again next year' BUT then I read "Congratulations!..." I could not believe it! I'm Still in shock! This is a BIG accomplishment for me! Its a big accomplishment for anyone, but considering I was under so much self inflicted stress, and horribly sick, I am super duper happy!

For anyone who might read this blog wondering how I studied, (It is independent study for this exam) I took 3 classes of level one NAIOMT basic, upper extremity, and lower extremity. I also bought, read, and studied current concepts in orthopaedic physical therapy offered through the APTA. If I did have to repeat this test I would study the same way, except I would study some more in-depth material on statistical testing, and knowing how to set up my own study, stats and all. In light of my results, I would have also added in additional reading in surgical repairs.

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So this weeks studying took a backburner to the fact that I was 'am' sick, Evan is in hawaii for the week, and oh - did I mention I have a puppy to pay attention to? I know, excuses, excuses. In my own self defense I did read up quite a bit on TOS for a new patient I have. Thats something right? Right? ;)

What have i gotton myself into?

As a third year orthopaedic PT, I have just signed up to take my orthopaedic board certification next year. Im using this blog to keep focused, share the humor of studying for this test, and help myself enjoy the fact that I now 'have no life' ;)