I Got the Minimester A&P II Blues

CracklinRose · Jul 18, 2008

Keep your chin up! I know thats hard when you don't feel you're getting what you need....I'll cross my fingers things improve so you can get that A

l_wheat · Jul 19, 2008

Hi, I wouldn't worry too much about getting a B in AP UNLESS it directly affects your chances of getting into the nursing program. I too took AP in the summer and got a C (thanks to my crap-o computer). The thing is, it wasn't a pre-req for the program just a pre-req pre-req (if that makes sense) so that C didn't hurt me too much (just dropped gpa slightly, and you can take more units to sort of negate that C and bring your gpa back up) because I got all As in the core pre-reqs. I'm taking 9 units this summer in order to graduate in Dec. so I hear ya about the summertime blues (it sux). Good luck, and find out if the AP is REALLY that big of a deal.

Absolutely13 · Jul 19, 2008

Hi, I wouldn't worry too much about getting a B in AP UNLESS it directly affects your chances of getting into the nursing program. I too took AP in the summer and got a C (thanks to my crap-o computer). The thing is, it wasn't a pre-req for the program just a pre-req pre-req (if that makes sense) so that C didn't hurt me too much (just dropped gpa slightly, and you can take more units to sort of negate that C and bring your gpa back up) because I got all As in the core pre-reqs. I'm taking 9 units this summer in order to graduate in Dec. so I hear ya about the summertime blues (it sux). Good luck, and find out if the AP is REALLY that big of a deal.

Unfortunately, the program I'm applying for has a point system and is extremely competive. An A is worth 5 points, B is worth 3 and a C is worth 1 point.

I've been able to look at lecture notes from other A&P II classes and we are into stuff that is off the charts.

Oh well, as the saying goes, whatever doesn't kill you makes you stronger.

Thanks for the kindredness!

dallet6 · Jul 20, 2008

err...at least all the other prenursing students in your class are getting lower grades as well? :cry:

Absolutely13 · Jul 20, 2008

err...at least all the other prenursing students in your class are getting lower grades as well?

I'm not sure what you're implying, but the original post clearly stated "vent." The entire class is licking their wounds with this instructor. Our program is a point based admission based on GPA and individual grades in the sciences. An "A" is worth 5 points, a B = 3 and a C = 1 point. These people have worked very hard and this instructor has been very stressful for all of us and THAT WAS THE REASON FOR VENTING!

Did I do something to you in a past life? I don't understand the sarcasm.

dallet6 · Jul 20, 2008

I have no idea why you think I was being rude to you. The thing I was trying to say was that if he is dragging everyone's points down, at least it doesn't mean that you are the only one who has less points because of it, everyone you are competing against for your nursing student spot will have the same problem. No one is belittling you.

WantAccel.BSN, BSN, RN · Jul 20, 2008

Wow Absolutely! Chill out! That was not a statement that should have warranted that kind of freak out response!

Absolutely13 · Jul 20, 2008

Sorry people. A special apology to dallet6. My perception was apparently skewed as to the meaning of her post. There will be about 200 applicants for 60 slots, including the 28 from my class. A little stressed?

Can we have a do over?

Asherah, BSN, RN · Jul 20, 2008

Too late now, I have to finish the course. Any advice?

As you say, it is to late to withdraw from the course. Only you can examine your study methods and determine what can give you the extra kick to earn the A you so desperately need/want. Have you tried finding one or two other students who share your studying philosophy and setting up a study group a few times per week?

I took my 6-week summer session Anatomy course a few years ago with the toughest professor in the county and the trick for me was to study the material during every free moment I had, and in may different ways.

Regarding study tips specific to complex Physiology and body processes, try studying by writing things out in narrative essay format, from memory. Do it over again until you feel you have thoroughly grasped the concept.

dallet6 · Jul 21, 2008

Is it possible to schedule an appt during office hours to meet with the professor? Maybe away from the classroom they will be more "down to earth" and willing to give you a few ideas of how to succeed with their particular testing style.

AtomicWoman · Jul 21, 2008

Is it possible to schedule an appt during office hours to meet with the professor? Maybe away from the classroom they will be more "down to earth" and willing to give you a few ideas of how to succeed with their particular testing style.

I was also going to suggest a face-to-face meeting. Maybe the prof. can suggest something you can do to earn extra credit. Maybe he is clueless about how important this class is to your chances of getting in the program. You could start the meeting with a question about some tiny, off-the-wall aspect of pathophys. and ask if you could get his valuable input. :) It's sucking up, I know, but sometimes you gotta do it. Best of luck! I know you're hurting, but if you're holding a B when the average is a 67, you must be an awesome student!