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My college requires their Pre-Nursing students take Pathophysiology as a requirement before getting into the program, unlike most schools. I've heard a lot of interesting things about this course ranging from it was hell to it wasn't that hard at all.

Apparently, knowledge in AP helps a lot? In AP1, I received a C+ and in AP2, I set a goal for myself and received a B+, if that information helps anyone at all.

Can anyone pls give me advice on what to expect, how to study, and/or what they did to pass this class? My goal in this class is to get a really good grade...And any resources you used like flash cards, books, anything would help.

Thanks :)

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I think it would really depend on your teacher. I'm currently taking patho right now since my school requires it as a prereq like yours does. I'm taking it at UWF, but online. I was scared to take it online but it's working out quite well. I'm learning the info and retaining it, but I'm putting in a lot of work. My teacher gives us power points which he uses in his in-class lectures. His tests come straight from those so it's pretty straight forward. I write an outline of his power points and then highlight key terms in the textbook and pass the quizzes with A's. If I don't understand a concept, I google youtube videos. Sometimes I will go to our textbook website that has practice tests and I'll sometimes (rarely) answer the study questions at the end of chapter. It's very time consuming. I was very nervous to take this class at all, especially online, because I heard it is REALLY tough. It's not, honestly. Just apply yourself and you'll be great. In the first few chapters (a month's time) we've covered infection, inflammatory response, immune response, acid-base, fluid/electrolytes, and this week we're on genetics and hematology. It certainly moves fast so I have to stay on top of my work. I cannot wait until the weekend or I'm screwed. Several of my peers who will be starting the same nursing program are also taking this class with me at UWF online so it's nice to know we're all together. You can do it! Like I said, I think it really depends on your professor. Make sure to use ratemyprofessor.com to read reviews of your potential teacher. :)

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what was your book called? just curious. it may be the same as ours.

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what was your book called? just curious, it may be the same as ours.

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Pathophysiology for health professions by Gould, 4th ed

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Specializes in PICU, Pediatrics.

I WISH I would have taken it when I was taking prereqs because the course is kicking my butt right now. If I would've taken it then, I would have been better able to give it the appropriate time needed. (Not to mention that I would have two free afternoons per wk in my schedule this semester lol). A strong A&P background would certainly be helpful. I also think the instructors will make a difference. My instructors aren't the greatest and there's a lot of self-teaching involved, which is frustrating sometimes. For me, I am sure it will be my biggest challenge this first semester! I would prepare yourself to see lots of A&P material joined together with explanations of clinical manifestations of those concepts and how you can use lab values and things of that sort to understand and recognize disease processes in the human body. I'm finding it to be quite interesting, but dense. Best of luck!

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Great, my professor is making us read the same book! would you suggest I buy the study guide book too? my friend gave me hers she didnt use it all.

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I didn't buy it and wouldn't if I were you. Just my opinion. It's an awesome book. I like the way it's laid out.

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un 13 by ShammieRN My college requires their Pre-Nursing students take Pathophysiology as a requirement before getting into the program, unlike most schools. I've heard a lot of interesting things about this course ranging from it was hell to it wasn't that hard at all.

Apparently, knowledge in AP helps a lot? In AP1, I received a C+ and in AP2, I set a goal for myself and received a B+, if that information helps anyone at all.

Can anyone pls give me advice on what to expect, how to study, and/or what they did to pass this class? My goal in this class is to get a really good grade...And any resources you used like flash cards, books, anything would help.

Of course physiology helps... it is the foundation of patho__physiology... that is, the mechanisms by which physiological homeostasis is disrupted. It's an absolutely fascinating topic... perhaps the most interesting topic in nursing, in my opinion.

Hard? Not particularly... at least compared to the really hard stuff like partial differential equations and quantum chemistry... but it is a HUGE topic which could easily be split into 2-4 semesters if you really wanted to unpack it in all its gory detail.

I don't think a 'guidebook' or the 'incredibly easy' comic books are nearly so useful as a good pathophys book sitting next to a good medical physiology book (if you're really into it, pick up an older (cheaper) edition of Guyton's book along with Robbin's book to supplement your pathophysiology reading).

Start reading now... and read every day... multiple times per day.

Flashcards... I made some physiology flashcards similar to my pharm cards (https://allnurses.com/nursing-student-assistance/pharmacology-flashcards-595483.html)... if I can find 'em, I'll post em.

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Of course physiology helps... it is the foundation of patho__physiology... that is, the mechanisms by which physiological homeostasis is disrupted. It's an absolutely fascinating topic... perhaps the most interesting topic in nursing, in my opinion.

Hard? Not particularly... at least compared to the really hard stuff like partial differential equations and quantum chemistry... but it is a HUGE topic which could easily be split into 2-4 semesters if you really wanted to unpack it in all its gory detail.

I don't think a 'guidebook' or the 'incredibly easy' comic books are nearly so useful as a good pathophys book sitting next to a good medical physiology book (if you're really into it, pick up an older (cheaper) edition of Guyton's book along with Robbin's book to supplement your pathophysiology reading).

Start reading now... and read every day... multiple times per day.

Flashcards... I made some physiology flashcards similar to my pharm cards (https://allnurses.com/nursing-student-assistance/pharmacology-flashcards-595483.html)... if I can find 'em, I'll post em.

Wow! Thanks a lot! I was going to buy the "incredibly easy..." Books but I didn't have anyone honest opinion about them. Less money I spend, the better! Especially when I can just use the books requested by the professor.

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Specializes in Mental Health.

It was definitely one of the more difficult nursing courses but also one of the most interesting classes! From what I remember I taped the lecture and would listen to it repeatedly and also made flashcards. You definitely need to put in the time to study for this class. Good luck!

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It was definitely one of the more difficult nursing courses but also one of the most interesting classes! From what I remember I taped the lecture and would listen to it repeatedly and also made flashcards. You definitely need to put in the time to study for this class. Good luck!

For actually studying the material, did you study for hours a day? Or a review couple mins, but multiple times during the day?

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