As a student I have the same problem. lecturers put a great deal of emphasis on teaching but out in clinical practice the difference is imence. I have found that as a student you need to read up on a patients discharge as they ask you for explanation...
Go for it. I am a student, married with two kids. Its not easy but it can be fun. I'm almost halfway through my taining and enjoying most of it. good luck and make the most of it.