LilianC

Many times i had the same feeling when i failed exams and had to repeat courses. I was thinking about giving up my dream of becoming a nurse. For me it was not Anatomy and Physiology but more scientific nuts Chemistry and Biochemistry. Thanks God i didn't give up and repeated the courses and passed them well. To tell you the truth to learn the courses second time was much easier and not intimidatating at all. At first i was frustated just like you. I lost time and money but i didn't give up and still pursuing my dream of becoming a nurse. Also i know those subjects that i repeated much better than any other. I can teach you Chemistry and Biochemistry with my eyes closed! :) All i can tell you is DON'T GIVE UP! No matter what. If you have a dream try and try and try again to achieve it. Go and repeat and kill this Anatomy and Physiolgy and left it behind. And any other subject for that matter. Second time is even easier than the first. Your groove will come back after you passed the exam!

Hi! I've been also researching possibilities to study in Montreal and i found that McGill University School of Nursing has slightly different prerequisits (9 courses totally): Intro Physics - Mechanics Intro Physics - Electromagnetism Calculus 1 Calculus 2 General Chemistry 1 General Chemistry 2 Intro Organic Chemistry 1 Cell and Molecular Biology Development Over the Lifespan OR 3 credit elective Tuition for international students: CAD$ 15,000 and up But if you'll get a Canadian citizenship it'll be CAD$ 2,000 (for Quebec residents)

Hi Lillian I don't know how common it is but for me it was the same. In the beginning of my studies i got lower scores and had to retake some exams. My scores were a way higher on the second attempts. I think it's because of reading twice. The second time you read the same text or presentation you get additional things that you missed the first time. So your teacher must be right saying you need to read 3 times. Although i have no time to read 3 times since i have to take care of a little daughter, do cooking/cleaning and have other "adult distractions". You have all the time at your hands and you can use it wisely and effectively. Also with more tests taken you'll develop some little strategies on how to answer questions. This will also raise your scores :) Lilian

Congrats! Did you pass Statistics and Pharmacology? I'm still in the beginning of the program and i wanted to ask if you have any books to recommend that helped you to understand those heavy subjects or any tips regarding those?

I'm glad i could help :) Are you going to start your clinicals? Do they give a Nursing Calculation test again before the clinicals? Is it exactly the same as in the first year or easier?

I think it's going to be like this: Question 1: How many mL labetolol will the nurse add to the IV bag? 40 mL (200/5=40) What is the total IV fluid volume (NS + labetolol)? 200 mL (250-90+40=200) To deliver 1mg/min as ordered the nurse will set the IV infusion pump at 60 mL/h (200/200*60=60) Question 2: How many units is the patient receiving every hour? 1,600 Units/h (20,000/500/15*10*60=1,600) How many units is the patient receiving every 24 hours? 38,400 Units/24h (1,600*24=38,400) I've passed my Nursing Calculation course in December 2009 so it's still fresh in my head, i hope :)