[Michigan RN]

Originally Posted by Veruka

For NSG 155 you have to write 3 pathophys papers, 1 OR paper, 8 pharmacology papers, 2 care plans, & 2 assessments, and a teaching plan- a total of 17 papers. I would recommend being extremely manageable with your time. There were several people in my class that waited until the last minute to do their papers, and I believe it came back to bite most of them in the end.

I remember all the care plans and pharm papers but not the pathophys papers. That must be something new that they started because I didn't have to do that when I was in school.

[MySimplePlan]

Originally Posted by Veruka

For NSG 155 you have to write 3 pathophys papers, 1 OR paper, 8 pharmacology papers, 2 care plans, & 2 assessments, and a teaching plan- a total of 17 papers. I would recommend being extremely manageable with your time. There were several people in my class that waited until the last minute to do their papers, and I believe it came back to bite most of them in the end.

Even in community college?????? 17 papers in one semester????? Are they crazy????????? People in community college can't possibly be expected to do all that work!!!!!!

[Veruka]

LOL!! I know, right? I can't even believe it. And get this: are you ready for it........ they have to be APA formatted!! (Gotta pull out my EARLY community college Engrish skills for that one)!

[RN2B73]

You guys are cracking me up. I know what you're saying though, I've seen the posts.

[CandyGyrl]

You guys are tired. Unfortunately..... I just spoke with someone of whom had gone through my program and it sounds as if I may only have the opportunity to write 2 or 3 papers--if that. Apparently I'll be too busy learning all of that "hands on technical stuff" they teach you in community college and not focusing much on theory. And to think... I was looking forward to putting all of those advanced placement english courses and recommendations for honors english to good use {now whats the point? I thought it would be of great help to me in the nursing pgm... oh well-- it's still nice to know}.

Papers? Pah I just needed to know if I should update my MS office for the overload. Guess not. Thanks anyways.

P.S maybe I'll dust off the old Word Perfect when I get back to real college next year. Yes! Yes! my true GENIOUS will finally be unleashed!!! since some just can't seem to let it go.

[RN2B73]

C'mon it was funny, just admit it

[Michigangirl]

Originally Posted by CandyGyrl

You guys are tired. Unfortunately..... I just spoke with someone of whom had gone through my program and it sounds as if I may only have the opportunity to write 2 or 3 papers--if that. Apparently I'll be too busy learning all of that "hands on technical stuff" they teach you in community college and not focusing much on theory. And to think... I was looking forward to putting all of those advanced placement english courses and recommendations for honors english to good use {now whats the point? I thought it would be of great help to me in the nursing pgm... oh well-- it's still nice to know}.

Papers? Pah I just needed to know if I should update my MS office for the overload. Guess not. Thanks anyways.

P.S maybe I'll dust off the old Word Perfect when I get back to real college next year. Yes! Yes! my true GENIOUS will finally be unleashed!!! since some just can't seem to let it go.

In my program, the number of papers you write for clinicals is determined by the clinical instructor. This rotation, my instructor prefers hands-on experience. Another group has been deluged with care plans.

Candygyrl - I have really enjoyed reading your posts! I'm not sure where you're going with this one. However, you may not need the latest word processor, but you may want to dust off the old spell-checker...

[RN2B73]

Just to be clear though Candygyrl, you're not actually going through the HFCC program right? Didn't you say you were going through the HFHS program? I'm sure it's different, you'll probably be able to pull out those advanced english books after all

No, really you have supplied a lot of info in regards to different posts and I appreciate that. You just have to know that when you say something on here, all eyes are watching. Really, when I first read your original post I was somewhat offended too and then I realized that I've come across MANY people with expensive college educations that don't know their a$$ from a hole in the ground. What everyone needs to remember is it's not where you receive your degree that defines you. It's the fact that you took the initiative to pursue something and had the drive and determination to finish it. Stand tall and be proud of yourself Community College student, University student or otherwise.

If a doctor saves your life, are you really going to care if he/she took all pre-reqs at a CC and the graduated from Wayne State or if they graduated from some top notch school that cost more to attend then I'll probably make in my lifetime?

[CandyGyrl]

Originally Posted by RN2B73

C'mon it was funny, just admit it

Its always funny. Trust me {no pun intended}.

"Just to be clear though Candygyrl, you're not actually going through the HFCC program right? Didn't you say you were going through the HFHS program?"

Yes.

" Really, when I first read your original post I was somewhat offended too and then I realized that I've come across MANY people with expensive college educations that don't know their a$$ from a hole in the ground."

So true. Believe me I realize this. I Repect CC's I love them they fit perfectly into my life as a non-traditional student. Don't get it twisted-- I guess alot of my hidden sarcasm comes from the slight resentment that I housed for CC's when I transferred. I totally had this attitude that universities were no different just bigger and more expensive. After Day 1 I asked myself "what the hell did I just do?" I felt completely unprepared.

Nothing and I mean No classes in my CC experience had prepared me for what I endured this past semester. Although I'd prepared myself for the worst not thinking it would really happen and IT DID, and it was far worse than I could've anticipated. After a few weeks {4-5} of shock and recovery I grasped the pace and found my place.

Does everyone come out of it smarter NO some only make it out by the skin of their teeth... or will it make them a better nurse no way some students are more technical or booksmart yet lack people skills and compassion... its what you make of it.

I admit the demands and expectations placed on you in those Univ. classes were much much higher and instructors did not slow down for ANYONE. I did not experience this at HFCC the instructors were way more intuitive and operated at the pace of the students the students voices were heard, the instruction was much more personalized and there was more flexibility.

I am very, very happy to be back BUT that experience only made me stronger, pushed me to reach deeper, aim higher, work harder and STEP UP. I feel much more confident in my academic abilities and preparedness to endure the rigors of the nursing program which I know is an altogether different species.

Do I believe it will be easy NO.
my term cakewalk comes from being equipped with the tools to study a great deal of material in a fast paced environment which I don't believe everyone is ready for. I sure wouldn't have been if I'd started the pgm in January. Sure I would've pulled it together as I'm sure many will but now, it won't be at all a shock.

Also I am a seasoned enough student to know when to remain humble and not walk into something acting as if I know what I really-- really don't know. It makes things much easier for you in the eyes of your instructors that you don't stand out as the think-they know-it-all-knows-nothing student. I am like putty in their hands MOLD ME

Feel free to put me in my place... anytime. {I obviously don't need to tell you guys. you do a pretty good job of it already.} Sometimes I need it.

[amybethf]

Originally Posted by Veruka

For NSG 155 you have to write 3 pathophys papers, 1 OR paper, 8 pharmacology papers, 2 care plans, & 2 assessments, and a teaching plan- a total of 17 papers. I would recommend being extremely manageable with your time. There were several people in my class that waited until the last minute to do their papers, and I believe it came back to bite most of them in the end.

Echo the above comment. Clinicals require alot of paperwork and the 17 assignments had to be completed within 6 weeks and that seemed to be across the board. That on top of lecture, well, you get the picture. This is where good study habits and time mgmt become paramount. See, NS material isn't that hard, it is the time component it requires to learn everything that is hard. There can be like 8-10 chapters on one test, so you're looking at 200+ pages to get through and KNOW in 2 weeks! So just take it one day at a time, one test at a time. You are less stressed the better you manage your time. At least I am. If I know I am cracking away at it and staying on top, I feel ok. Getting behind is not a good idea, it will become too much sooner or later.

Us students who have been successful thus far, are here to guide the newbies. We are not here to scare you but more importantly, to give you a reality check: NS requires motivation, dedication and tenacity. You need to check yourself and if applicable, a negative and all-knowing attitude, or these will surely be checked for you or become your downfall.