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Apr 30, 2009 04:30 PM

Question for HFCC peeps

by Veruka

Hi guys (and gals)- quick question:
Do you think I need to take patho if I have already completed first year? I know to transfer for BSN I will eventually need that, but I will not be doing that right away. So, do you think it will be a waste of time or no? I AM taking critical care, but I thought if I took that, too, it would be even MORE help. Then again, having spring off will be nice.......


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No. 1
Old Apr 30, 2009, 04:59 PM

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In my opinion I would take the patho class. Also it depends on which BSN program you want to go into, because some require you to take microbiology along with patho.
Hope this helps!
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from CandyGyrl
Old May 01, 2009, 06:15 PM

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If I were you I'd hold off on the patho until I obtained moe info about the requirements of universities you may be considering in the future because some universities, I (know Oakland for sure) Will not accept a pathophysiology course taken at a CC. I went to an informational session a year ago and inquired as to why and they stated that the course has been audited and reviewed and (for whatever reason) they don't consider it comparable to the one offered on the university level.

So unless you're just looking to buy some time, I would reconsider it and go with maybe a Microbiology, or something more consistent with what maybe 4 of your top university choices require.

I didn't take patho and I tell you it really didn't make an ounce of difference once in the program you'll gain plenty of experience with PATHOS. Trust me.
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from tonyal
Old May 01, 2009, 07:39 PM

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I would wait, only because patho is listed under nursing and nursing classes dont transfer to wayne or oakland, not sure of other schools. I would just enjoy the summer without classes.
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No. 4
from Veruka
Old May 01, 2009, 08:09 PM

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Well, actually, I just got an extern job, so I kinda wanted to NOT take it. I am just scared because I had to re-take 155. Granted, I was pregnant & on the 2 day schedule, but I am trying to do everything to not "fail" again (even though we all know a 78.5 in "real life" is not failing. lol!). So, I think I will drop it. Critical care will probably benefit me wayyy more in 2nd year any ways. Thanks, you guys!
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from oguesswhat
Old May 05, 2009, 01:57 PM

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Well are there specific classes you have to take if you had to retake a class?
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No. 6
from Veruka
Old May 05, 2009, 02:49 PM

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No, it is "recommended" that you take patho to re-mediate for 155, but not mandatory. My GPA did not fall below 3.5, so I did not have to take it. Plus, it would have been pointless- my baby was born in October. I was just wondering if it would help with 221/222.
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