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I have just a couple of classes left before I can apply for the RN program. My concern is that I have learned so much in all these classes I have taken, such as Human Anatomy, Biology, Chemistry, and now I need to take Microbiology and Physiology. I just took Human Anatomy last semester, and as demanding as it was, and being bombarded with endless amounts of info, I really found the class interesting. But now that I'm out of the class, I am finding I can't remember half the stuff I learned. I went to the Denver Museum of Nature and Science and they have a Health area to go around and learn about everything health wise, as well as taking fun tests. I should have been able to walk in there and told my son, "this means this", and "that means that". I was a complete blank. Is this normal? Are we really expected to remember everything we learn. That seemed like such an important class and it infuriates me that I can't remember much. My recall is awful. I am starting to wander if I will make a good nurse. Rn's have to know so much. I think I may have overfilled my brain and it just won't take in anymore info. What are your thoughts on this? Any advice?

Thanks to all of you who responded to my question. I feel so much better w/all your support, hints, and advice. I really appreciate you taking the time to help me out. Thanks again. I can sleep w/out seeing that little bity old man now. Weeble

Thanks for responding. I have been thinking abt it constantly. I have not been a nurse long and am going into the RN program soon. My biggest fear is making mistakes like this. I'm a perfectionist, and it freaks me out to think I may make a mistake on a human being. Very nerve racking for me.

I hit the bone on a very thin old man. I don't think I hit it hard, he didn't notice, but I about lost it. Will there be any residual effects because of this?