Is there any other first time college students who are nervous and scared like I am

IaCountryGirl · Jul 13, 2006

Have you actually applied anywhere yet? If you are looking at a community college program, they are usually a little easier to get into then other colleges.

That said, yes I do worry a little bit about certain classes but have decided not to worry until I have something to worry about (Like getting an F). I think my college is a little more relaxed in terms of getting into the nursing program. I've heard of others talking about needing high grades to get in and my school is only asking at least a C- in your prereq's.

My best advice is to take it one thing at a time and set goals for yourself. Check into the college, talk to people and get started doing what you need to do. THEN take it on semester at a time. I'm sure you'll do fine.

Multicollinearity, BSN, RN · Jul 13, 2006

I was so terrified to begin college to become an RN. I was pathetic I was so nervous-nillied. It's rediculous because I successfully ran my own business, etc. College just terrified me. What if...what if...ad naseum.

I even kept myself awake for a few nights thinking of "death by decimal point" and fearing if I became a nurse I might make a dose calculation error and kill a patient. UGH! Finally I got a grip. I thought of several absolute idiot RNs I've worked with in hospitals.:chair: I decided if they can do it - I certainly can do it. So here I am starting my third semester of college and I have a 4.0.

Go for it, and realize that the only thing that is holding you back is your lack of belief in yourself. You've got a lot of anxiety in your post - maybe a trip to a therapist for some cognitive behavioral therapy would help.

Iwannabeababynurse · Jul 13, 2006

iacountrygirl to answer your first question yes i'm in the process of applying to a community college.and in advance thank you to everyone who replies to this thread.at least i know that i'm not the only one who is nervous and scared and that kinda of helps in a way.

Multicollinearity, BSN, RN · Jul 13, 2006

I read some of your other posts before. ALOT of fear and anxiety in those posts. I really meant it - that seeing a therapist for cognitive behavior therapy might be a good idea IMHO. It's hard to study and do well when you are consumed by all the worry you described such as you are worried about saying something wrong, doing something wrong, etc.

sfaoldguy · Jul 13, 2006

i am not a first time student, but i have had every one of those fears at one time or another... especially when it applies to the nursing profession... i am going to go ahead and post a link that may help you deal with some of these thaughts...

http://www.anxieties.com/panic.php

the way i cope with those thaughts is this:

i'm worrying that i won't get into college.

as far as i understand, getting into the nursing program at my school can be difficult... i have researched what they look for in prospective students and focused my attention and energies into exceeding those requirements and qualities instead of worrying about the decision they will make when they get my application... watch out for thaughts and attitudes that would cause you to give up on your dreams before you even have a chance to try...

worried that if i do get in that i won't do good in my classes.

i used to nurture the idea that failure was not an option... this mental excercise was hollow and meaningless because i know that sometimes people do fail... to cope with this fear, i realise that i may fail, but that failure is not the end to me living a happy and productive life... instead of worrying about failure, i focus my attention on learning how to succeed... i fear that i am not smart enough so i study how to improve the power of the mind to learn and retain information... i also know that i may not be able to learn the material as fast as the other guy, but i am willing to put forth the extra time and effort to do the best i can...

and the thing that i'm really worried,nervous,and scared about is. that if i do get into college and do good in the classes and graduate and get a job is that i'll screw up. like maybe give a patient the wrong medicine,or give them too much of something or not enough, or do a procedure wrong, and say the wrong thing or write down the wrong thing.

to overcome this one, i trust that the education and training i receive as well as the effort i put into it is going to prepare me for the position... is it possible for me to make a horrible mistake in the future? yes. am i destined to make such a mistake? no!

hope this helps...

sfaoldguy · Jul 13, 2006

I read some of your other posts before. ALOT of fear and anxiety in those posts. I really meant it - that seeing a therapist for cognitive behavior therapy might be a good idea IMHO. It's hard to study and do well when you are consumed by all the worry you described such as you are worried about saying something wrong, doing something wrong, etc.

I strongly agree with this post... If you cannot readily see a therapist, follow the link I provided in my previous post and do searches to learn ways to overcome your fears... If I lived near you and could afford it, I would go with you lol... Don't let the stigma keep you from getting the help that will make your life so much more enjoyable and accomplished...

sfaoldguy · Jul 13, 2006

I thought of several absolute idiot RNs I've worked with in hospitals.:chair: I decided if they can do it - I certainly can do it.

:roll :roll :roll

That is so true!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! rofl

luvmy3kids · Jul 13, 2006

A lot of your posts are really filled with questions that you should be able to find out on your own. I think you need a little bit more confidence in yourself and start believing in yourself more. You will do fine if you put your heart into it. Good luck.

Iwannabeababynurse · Jul 14, 2006

To the ones that have said that I need to go to a therapist. I do not and I repeat I do not need to go see a therapist!!! That was so rude of you to say that you don't even know me.Some other reasons why I'm so nervous and scared is. That this my first time ever to go to college.I've been out of high school for ten years.And when I was younger I always said that I don't want to be a nurse because I don't think I could handle the blood, the puke and all of the other gross stuff that comes along with it.I'm still not for sure if I'll be able to handle it. But it was the birth of my nephew and being able to see him come into this world that made me decide to go back to school to go for nursing and give it a try. So please don't judge me til you get to know me!!! :madface:

Multicollinearity, BSN, RN · Jul 14, 2006

or if someone could give me some advice?

you asked for it, and you got it. also, there's nothing rude about suggesting therapy. many many people go for therapy.

Iwannabeababynurse · Jul 14, 2006

It is rude and very cruel to suggest therapy when you don't even know the person!!!! I'll agree that there is nothing wrong about going to therapy. But I do not need it I'm not crazy or stupid!!! Yes I asked for some advice but not that kind. If your going to be that way then I don't need you as a friend!!! :madface: