Prerequisite Order A & P

[Bo Shoi Ming]

Would it be smarter to take Human Anatomy first and then Human Physiology the next semester or does the order really matter? Both are 4 sem hr classes and there are no pre-req for either class.

The tentative schedule for summer 09 is out and there are 6,8, & 11 wk classes. Any thoughts especially on the 6 week class are welcome.

Thanks,

Bo

[benegesserit]

You can do them in either order. It's largely a matter of personal preference. I took physiology first, and did much better in it than I did in anatomy, so I'm glad I did it that way, but a lot of people feel that taking anatomy first is better.

[polka-dot, RN]

I think it just depends on your preferences. Anatomy is a lot of memorizing (and to me wasn't nearly as time-consuming as physiology...except for muscles!), then maybe look at your course load and schedule accordingly. My class was integrated, so I can't really say one way or the other...some body systems we learned the physiology first...others we learned anatomy first. And sometimes we learned them concurrently.

I just realized this answer probably wasn't much help! :-)

GOOD LUCK with your class!

[NurseJeanB]

I would take Anatomy first. That way when you are in Physiology you know the structures and can delve into function. Generally Pathophysiology is a class you will be taking when you start nursing school. So having just been through Physiology it is easier.

However, I don't think it makes too much of a difference, because they both are important.

Take care and good luck,

Jean

[Asherah, BSN, RN]

I thought it logical to master Anatomy prior to tackling Physiology, based on the fact that I preferred understanding structure before function.