Any advice for a Pre nursing student :)

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I am a 2012 high school graduate about to start into a 4 year BSN program at a private college. I will be taking A&P 1 with lab, intro and developmental psych, bioethics, library research, as well as academic seminar. Any words of wisdom/advice on these particular classes? Which ones should I be the most worried about? I have always been a straight A student and am hoping to keep this up! Is this a feasible goal? Thanks in advance for your help!

Get your CNA and get working with people. I'm doing nursing as a second career and have always been a very academic person--however, CNA training is really different and really useful. Doing healthcare is emotional and getting used to that, while still being able to prioritize, is something I'm glad I did as a CNA. Also, healthcare is a very imperfect system and we never have as much time/resources/physical stamina/help etc. getting used to that sooner rather than later is good. There were people in my CNA class who were plenty smart and super caring but weren't good CNAs because they couldn't say no, end conversations, or deal effectively with time constraints. Those same factors affect nurses too and are different skills than getting straight As.

As for school--go to office hours, flash cards, think big picture and all the prices will come together easier. SLEEP! And good luck!!

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Wow, thanks for all the great words of wisdom, guys! I'm feeling more confident and excited about this journey all ready! I know it will be tough, but I can honestly say I'm willing to do whatever it takes to achieve my B.S.N :)

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Study hard, don't get behind and find a study buddy to make bouncing the ideas and concepts much easier.

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I agree with all of the posters. But I am going to add, if you can record the lectures. It helps because you are able to hear something you missed earlier. Also, stay on top of your reading! You should be reading what the lecture for class is going to be that day. Good luck, come here to vent if you need. Best wishes Virgo

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