Future nursing student

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I start the nursing program in January 2017, but now I'm debating on whether or not I'm being practical. I was an airborne combat medic in the military and I developed a few injuries that are making me question whether or not I have to give up nursing because it's kind of not practical. Here it goes I have chronic migraines which I get them pretty frequently, I have both bulging and deteriorating discs in my back, I have a bad right shoulder, and bad right hand which I've had 3 surgeries on and now I don't have much strength in it. I need some advice because I don't want to waste all that money on a degree if it's only going to be a short time I can do it or it's not practical.

Thank you in advance.

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Specializes in OR, Nursing Professional Development.

Have you spoken with your healthcare provider? He or she may have some suggestions/advice for you. They would really be the best to ask as they are much more in the know about your health.

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I am a future nursing student also with a bad knee. I made an appointment with the director of the nursing program to have a frank discussion about my physical limitations and how this may affect my success in the program. The meeting is not until next week. I plan to ask if there is a disability accommodation like in any other program. If so, I will register prior to starting school. I wish you the best of luck and thank you for your service to our country.

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I would talk to your doctor first, see what she/he has to say about your physical health. Based on that conversation, I'd be sitting down with the school.

Good luck!

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