How to prepare for nursing school

[aboxofrain]

So I totally understand that when I do finally start a nursing program there will be a certain things particular instructors emphasize and topics they don't find as important. However I would like to pick up a few books on fundamentals of nursing and nursing theory to check out for the next year or so while working as a CNA and not doing any pre requisites. I think this will make the information overload less stressful when I do finally start nursing school. My favorite prerequisites were microbiology and pathophysiology; but I did absolutely love the prosection lab portion of anatomy too! I guess I am asking for a few good resources to begin studying now so I don't loose the knowledge I do have and so the new information won't be to overwhelming when I finally start school. I would prefer some out dated older editions of books or software to save money! Any suggestions?

[zoe92]

There is a book called "How to Survive Nursing School & Maybe Even Love It". It might help with organization and just tips on getting through/how to be prepared. For actual concepts learned in nursing school, I've read multiple posts where people recommended studying electrolytes. You could probably look on Amazon for books about those. I know the "Incredibly Easy" series has a book on it. Hope this helps!!

[classicdame, MSN, EdD]

there is volumes of information on the internet too - all free

[aboxofrain]

Thanks zoe92! I loved the incredibly easy book I used to review in my Patho class. I guess I could just find them for each topic that piques my interest as I go along.

Hi classicdame. I know there are tons of companion sites to textbooks and I'll have to admit I spend time doing flashcards and quizes when I could be watching hulu or chatting on facebook. (I think I have some type of academicitis going on since I'm not in school right now.) However I love sitting on the porch with a cup of tea and a dead tree; plus I don't have a smart phone and will not have reliable internet when I move (very rural with constant super low speeds and even days of no service).