what should I learn NOW-before Nursing school?

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I have completed mostly all of my prerequisites (Anatomy and Physiology 1 and 2, Microbiology, Chemistry) What should I learn now-

I start Clinicals Fall 2005.

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Specializes in surgical, emergency.

Some real great advice here! There is also something to be said for giving yourself a little "me" time. Once in nursing school, there will likely be little of that, grab some when you can.

I also thing becoming a nursing assistant is an excellent idea. That's what my daughter did before getting into nursing school.

It gives you a look at the profession from a different angle.

It may be old fashion, but my thought is a good nurse can do the entire job.

Making beds, turning, wiping butts, etc :chuckle

While on the subject, one thing I would suggest is adopt the attitude that what ever needs done for a pt, you can do. DO NOT become one of those RN'S that will walk all over the floor to tell an aid that someone needs a bedpan. Yes, you will have many additional duties when becomming a RN, but don't forget the basics.

I had someone tell me one time "I didn't study nursing for 4 years to do bedpans."

I agree, I guess on a certain level, but for the most, I felt like she was missing the boat! :angryfire

I hope there are others that feel the same! Or can explain why I'm wrong. :)

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Right on Mike!!!

Once had an RN student tell me, that she didn't have to do that stuff. Thats why there are LPNs and aides. Had to remind her that this LPN was her preceptor for the week and perhaps she needed to work on her attitude towards co-workers and what she thought an RN did all day...

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Learn to relax and take time out for yourself once in awhile.

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What about a medical terminology class? I took one years ago and it has been immensely helpful to me in nursing school.

Thank you everyone for such great advice from all areas.

just to let you know- I have decided to take the terminology class.

I will be taking Spring 2005 (college algebra, developmental psychology, moral choices and medical terminology).

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~michele

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Some real great advice here! There is also something to be said for giving yourself a little "me" time. Once in nursing school, there will likely be little of that, grab some when you can.

I also thing becoming a nursing assistant is an excellent idea. That's what my daughter did before getting into nursing school.

It gives you a look at the profession from a different angle.

It may be old fashion, but my thought is a good nurse can do the entire job.

Making beds, turning, wiping butts, etc :chuckle

While on the subject, one thing I would suggest is adopt the attitude that what ever needs done for a pt, you can do. DO NOT become one of those RN'S that will walk all over the floor to tell an aid that someone needs a bedpan. Yes, you will have many additional duties when becomming a RN, but don't forget the basics.

I had someone tell me one time "I didn't study nursing for 4 years to do bedpans."

I agree, I guess on a certain level, but for the most, I felt like she was missing the boat! :angryfire

I hope there are others that feel the same! Or can explain why I'm wrong. :)

I feel the same, I have worked as a Nurses Aide previously and will be again per diem while I'm in Nursing School-Fall 2005

I currently work as a Patient Care Rep.-not really hands on Nuring care like the Nurse Aide position.

One thing for sure- I have the compassion for people, I will CARE for people to the best of my ability-including bed pans etc.

Thanks

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