It's been 5 yrs since AP1&2, starting nursing program in Jan. Should I be worried?

[kayty2339]

I took anatomy & physiology about 5 years ago. I am starting the nursing program in January. I honestly don't remember what I learned in these classes. Will I learn what I need to know in the program or am I going to be way behind since it's been so long since taking these classes?

It's kind of too late to self teach myself anatomy and physiology...3 months until Jan...I was thinking about memorizing medical terminology at least. Does anybody have any recommendations or input? I want to be as prepared as possible!

Thanks!

[RM-RN]

The answer really depends on your course content. No two nursing programs offer all of the same information. Some offer core component classes that refresh the information, and some push you right out of the gate.

In general...yes, a working knowledge of basic A&P is the foundation you'll be working on. Terminology won't really help you unless you know how it fits into the whole picture. In the very least, I'd try to brush up on the information and understand how the main systems work.

[dozndawg]

It's definitely not a bad thing to have an A&P book around for reference. If you did well in A&P and remember some you should be fine...Google is my friend, but do have an A&P book always available. That last post was right just knowing med terms is not sufficient. Best to know the overall workings and how they affect the individual parts! That's nursing. Know your systems

[shescoolie]

I took A&P back in 2002 and 2003 and started my program in August. So far I've been fine but I did keep my books and had to refresh myself on the circulatory system. You're course content will assume that you understand the basic functions/locations of the systems so be prepared to crack your books back open if you need to.

[kayty2339]

Thanks everyone! I do still have my A&P book, so that's good. I guess I'll just kind of brush up on some of the major stuff. Thanks again for the advice!