how to study for pharmacology/how often

[carlarenee02]

I was wondering how people study for pharmacology. We have lecture on pp, and lecture is also on audio so we can listen to it. Someone suggested listening to audio several times while we look at notes. How do you study?

[RebeccaV]

My method for studying all of my classes is the same - about 20-30 minutes per class 2-3 times per day, every day as a constant review. I review the pp, and I review my own notes. Then 2 -3 days prior to a test/quiz I re-write my notes, then review the text corresponding to the pp and notes from lecture. I do this each day, 3 days in a row before the annoucned test/quiz. I cannot sit for hours on end studying, I lose interest and get antsy, so I break it up. It works well for me. When I struggle with something I write it over and over and over until I get it. I use my own notes, plus the pp, plus the text to get like 3 different perspectives on the same material, which also helps. I have pharm now and A&P 2 and have a perfect 100 average in each class.

[wintersetmom]

There a lot of ways to study for Pharm.,and no one way works for everyone.Many people use flashcards, however they did not work for me. I did mind maps, if you don't no what they are, google it and there are several good images.I would create a mind map for each class of drugs, with there action,SE,and implications. I read the chapter and highlighted as well as reading the outlines. The night before the test, I read the outlines and maps several times before going to bed. That is how I got an A in Pharm. Also, make sure you save your notes! You will need to refresh your memory frequently during clinicals.

[carlarenee02]

Thank you for advice. I think I am going to drop program despite only one bad grade on test.

[OB-nurse2013, BSN, RN]

I'm glad you started this thread because I am starting pharm soon and I have heard some bad storied about so am a bit nervous.