Any tips for a new nursing student?

level1 · Jul 8, 2015

1. Don't procrastinate

2. Study even when you think you don't need to

3. Form study groups

4. Buy a coffee maker

5. Keep a healthy lifestyle (good sleep, balanced diet)

cracklingkraken, ASN, RN · Jul 8, 2015

Take breaks between studying. Set aside some relaxing time, where you can catch up on shows, read a book not related to nursing school, etc. I find that constantly studying can be pretty depressing, so hang out with friends and families during the weekend when you aren't studying.

johsonmichelle · Jul 9, 2015

I agree with the use of study groups, a lot of people utilize study groups in my class and it has been working out great. For it to be effective , all members of the group have to be serious meaning that you guys should know the material before meeting up. You can also formulate or look up critical thinking questions to discuss during the sessions. I use study groups and I have seen excellent outcomes from it.

TLizS · Jul 9, 2015

I study a little every day...instead of trying to cram right before an exam....study groups are good as long as they stay on track....don't become social hour...

The biggest thing for me....be organized....I have a paper planner and write EVERYTHING in it......what I need to read...every assignment...every study group...EVERYTHING.....I like to be able to see what I need to do

DU15 · Jul 9, 2015

YouTube! I am a visual learner so this helped me a lot! There are so many drawings and animations explaining everything from pathophysiology to pharmacology, it's amazing. It'll definitely help you understand and remember certain things. Good luck!

Summer Days · Jul 9, 2015

1. Do go to class prepared. It's makes a huge difference when you do.

2. Volunteer during skills lab. You learn skills more by hands-on rather than observing.

3. Talk yourself through while practising skills, either mentally or verbally.

4. During clinical, know that patients will ask you questions as though you were the competent nurse.

5. Be present in the pt's room when the doctor is rounding your pt(s).

6. The NCLEX is about nursing. Thus, questions requiring doctor's notification are few and far between.

There is always something else you can do before you call the doctor.

Wifeoffireman · Jul 9, 2015

This is my first week in nursing school and I would have to say get and stay organized! Get yourself a planner and use it faithfully. And also get as much rest as possible. I'm so excited to finally start that I haven't been sleeping much this week, big mistake! I agree with everyone who said to study in intervals then break, don't over do it. Trust me, you'd just be working against yourself! And last but not least, try to enjoy the journey, it'll be over before we know it, I pray!!

chorses4evr · Jul 9, 2015

YouTube! I am a visual learner so this helped me a lot! There are so many drawings and animations explaining everything from pathophysiology to pharmacology, it's amazing. It'll definitely help you understand and remember certain things. Good luck!

Any specific channels you can recommend?

cracklingkraken, ASN, RN · Jul 9, 2015

Any specific channels you can recommend?

KhanAcademy is extremely helpful for understanding A&P concepts! Good refresher before starting classes

erpeters19, ADN · Jul 10, 2015

CrashCourse is another good one to watch on YouTube. He's very animated when he talks and explains things in such a fun way that I find they stick in my mind quite easily. :)

wildflowergirl · Jul 10, 2015

Hawknurse youtube is helpful. Amoeba Sisters has helpful videos. I've watched them along with the Crash Course biology videos which were mentioned by a previous poster.