Should I???

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So I start Nursing school in the Fall...I have heard many people say that a medical terminology class has been very helpful to them for Nursing school. Well I really would like to take it as well, but does it make any sense to take it while already in Nursing school? Or there are a few online course choices that I could do now during the Summer...anyone tried those? I know they won't count as actual credits (well some say they can for more money) but would that be a good idea??

Any help would be great...Thanks :)

Wow thanks everybody! Great responses and suggestions from u all...Thank u :)

Yea, I decided that it would be a bit much to do it while in Nursing school...so I am just looking into getting a good book and studying it over the Summer.

You can start teaching yourself about Nursing mathematics and dosage calculations. Get familiar with terms like cc, ml, mg, Gm, liter, and gr. If you're not good at math, you will be very glad you previewed this topic.

That is something I definitely plan on doing...math has never been a much liked subject of mine :uhoh21:

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i went into school with no previous knowledge of medical terminology and i did just fine!!! enjoy your last summer before the you know what hits the fan!!!

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here's your assignment: google these abbreviations and come back and tell us what you find.

jcaho = joint commission on ___________________

cms = center for ______________________________

hipaa = health information_____________________

joint commission on accreditation of healthcare organizations

center for medicare & medicaid services

health insurance portability and accountability act

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You can start teaching yourself about Nursing mathematics and dosage calculations. Get familiar with terms like cc, ml, mg, Gm, liter, and gr. If you're not good at math, you will be very glad you previewed this topic.

Anybody have any good suggestions for helpful books or websites on this?...mainly books...looking to order all of mine soon.

Thanks!

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