Hi! Everyone, i'm new to the blogging stuff and its my first time writing messages
but i'm also applying for the WCCCD nursing program this month for the fall 2014 semester and i'm super excited!!
i did very well on the Hesi exam, finished all my pre-req at wcccd, have health care experience and several certifications. i cant wait to apply, i wish everyone good luck on being accepted.....i'll keep everyone posted on my journey!!
I think the best advice is don't get discouraged when you start and you aren't getting A's on tests like you used to. Some people still get the A's but a lot don't. Be happy with passing, the teachers will tell you that and it's true. Even if you get to the final and need 85% to pass, believe that you can do it. Also, Physical Assessment can be a really hard class. The class isn't long enough so the teachers don't have time to show you what you need to do during the assessment. You really have to read the book, watch youtube videos and teach yourself. Make a script of what you will say and do when you do your head to toe assessment (know the cranial nerves). If you have a student in your class that is taking it again, ask them for help and watch what they do when they practice. Be prepared for a test and skills check off's almost every week. Good luck!
My friend who is in the program told me to help me in pharmacology class to purchase the book called mosbys pharmacology notecards. I bought the book already and will let you know how it goes
I started a new thread for all of us who were just accepted or already in the nursing program to help each other out with any questions or concerns we have. Click on my name to see the thread
The anatomy portion was randomized and there is a variety of different questions its best to review everything. I studied my book and just reviewed every body system. Focus on your weak areas
Yea I agree I reviewed everything for the anatomy and physiology portion. When you began to study pick a body section read a little and then go back and quiz yourself. Once you feel confident that you know the material go back and read more , stop and go back and quiz yourself again. Do this for the entire section until the material becomes fluent. That is how I studied, it took a little longer but I knew the material backwards and forwards!!
Have you figured out how the points are figured out, I'm currently taking my pre reqs and would love to know how the points are divided up thank you :))
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I think the best advice is don't get discouraged when you start and you aren't getting A's on tests like you used to. Some people still get the A's but a lot don't. Be happy with passing, the teachers will tell you that and it's true. Even if you get to the final and need 85% to pass, believe that you can do it. Also, Physical Assessment can be a really hard class. The class isn't long enough so the teachers don't have time to show you what you need to do during the assessment. You really have to read the book, watch youtube videos and teach yourself. Make a script of what you will say and do when you do your head to toe assessment (know the cranial nerves). If you have a student in your class that is taking it again, ask them for help and watch what they do when they practice. Be prepared for a test and skills check off's almost every week. Good luck!