Hi there, I am in an accelerated program (12 months) and the best books I have found are the "Made Easy" books from Lippincot. The key to patho, which our professor told us, is to first understand the fluid and electrolyte balance (I think they may have a made easy one on just that). But most importantly, it's UNDERSTANDING it instead of memorizing. Always ask why. Go to the nearest Barnes and Noble, go searching through the nursing section and see what books they have for you. You don't have to buy them-you can just sit there and study all you want. Hope this helps!