With all the reading we are giving and expected to memorize, paired with minimal guidance and classroom time, how do they expect us to succeed? 2 classes over a 3 week period followed by a 50 point exam? And if I have a question or don't get it, then what?
I'm just very p.o.ed right now and getting very frustrated/borderline discouraged. All this hard work and I'm getting nothing to show for it expect disappointment and more frustration.
So this is a bit off topic ... While I 100% agree with everything else... I've gotten my share of C's. I'll tell you I've worked extremely hard for some of those C's and when I reflect each semester I'm glad to report I know I gave it my all. I always polish my weak spots afterward and I don't just move on and forget. I go back and really try to understand what I've missed. In fact, I think it worked ....! I came to the point where I obtained A's in both critical care theory and critical care clinical. Then in my next theory class which I will not disclose for privacy reasons, I got another C. I was at a 60% and I studied my BUTT off like... crazy! I went from a 60 to 79.8% !!! The class average was in the 70s by the way. Looking back... I'm in awe at how well I actually mastered the subject. Tough ... tough professor... but taught me well... Don't worry, not every student who gets C's is dangerous. smh.[/quote']
I can't get behind that "C students stay clear of me" mentality. In some programs, getting a C is as difficult as getting an A in another. Some people just stink at test taking. Some people leaned better on the job. Who knows.
I can't get behind that "C students stay clear of me" mentality. In some programs, getting a C is as difficult as getting an A in another. Some people just stink at test taking. Some people leaned better on the job. Who knows.
I saw her/his previous threads, they are not a nursing student yet... so they'll find out. :)
Powerpoints and study guides give you direction. It saves you from retaining a bunch of material that will NOT be on the exam.
In my program, the professor who gave no powerpoints, no study guides and no reviews for the exam had an incredibly high failure rate, only two students passed! This no spoon feeding method does not work
You're not learning the material to pass a test, you're learning to be a nurse. You need to learn ALL of the material regardless of whether or not there may be a test question on it. You also need to retain all this material for the future and be able to apply it to real life. How on earth do you expect to pass NCLEX with this attitude? Ain't nobody gonna spoon-feed you a study guide for that test.
I think it's more the PP's attitude than it is the grades that are the problem in this particular thread.
It's one thing to be really trying--studying and applying oneself and absorbing information, etc.--and only get a C on an exam because you're not a great test-taker.
It's an entirely different issue to have the ability to take notes but not, neglect to find a tutor, complain about not having time to study one's textbooks, fail to network with other students, ignore advice to consult professors and continually hit up AN for advice (which is promptly disregarded/ignored) while blaming everyone but oneself for academic woes.
In short: of course aptitude is important, but in this case, it's all about attitude.
I am ecstatic that you seem to have decided that nursing is not for you. That sounds rude and harsh but its the truth. What do you want us to say? Yes you are right, the professor is out to get you. They hate teaching their students and want you to fail. They don't care about the pass rates at the school or any of the students in it. You will be the best nurse because you learned from powerpoints. 90% of 100 points doesn't matter. You wont need math as a nurse anyway. Go you. You stellar student. It is everyones fault but your own. The professors should read the chapters, take notes to create powerpoints, and then let you just copy their notes instead of you listening and writing your own notes to create your own powerpoints with. The info on the test is the only info you will need as a nurse. All the other info in the books is a waste of time and you will never come across a situation that was not covered on the test. Everyone on this thread is wrong. Hell, every student who passed your program before you cheated and is an LPN so they already had a head start on you. Get real.
Seriously, pack up, move on, and find a career more suited for you. The first semester is intended to lay foundations for the rest of the program and to weed out the students who wont make it through the program or as a future nurse. Sounds like you are meant to be weeded out for the well being of patients everywhere.
Oh and of course, clinicals are a waste of time. The hands on experience in applying the information you didn't learn anyway is totally a waste. This is actually half serious.
I saw her/his previous threads, they are not a nursing student yet... so they'll find out. :)
...nice try. I know what I'd be getting into. I tried it before, it didn't work because of MY immaturity then. The issue is not getting one or two Cs. It's the fact that EmilyEmily blames EVERYONE else for her lack of understanding. I don't blame anyone but myself for my lack of ability to do it the first time. I put myself in a situation to fail. Time has caused me to rethink how to go about it.
And yes, some people do just stink at taking tests. I'm one of them. However, that's not the professor's problem, it's mine. I have to learn to handle that, not the professor. EmilyEmily has to learn to cope with whatever deficits she may have, too. That seems to be the real issue.
Never assume that just because I'm not a nursing student yet that I have NO IDEA of what I'm getting myself into. Nothing is EVER exactly how you expect it to be. I plan on going in with NO expectations other than I'll need to work my butt off at whatever the task is.
everyone seems to get great gratification out of blaming and judging me with their superiority complex. have fun. this is nothing but bullying
We are giving you the realistic picture. We're not calling you stupid, we're not judging you. If you take it as "bullying", then there is nothing else anyone can say that will help you.
Please, take a look at yourself. Step back if you have to. Think really hard about everything; you, the professor, nursing, etc. Maybe you'll find answers. Maybe you'll figure out if you really want to do this. Work in another field for awhile.
We really are trying to help, but if you don't listen to what we're saying and you find it to just be "bullying"...this isn't going to get better for you. You're making yourself the victim here. That's all I can say about the post above.
I can't agree with this. Back when I was in school, we received a syllabus with reading assignments, written assignments, requirements and due dates all included. Every student had an advisor assigned within the college and our profs were very approachable. If you found yourself cramming in my college, it was entirely the fault of the student.
...nice try. I know what I'd be getting into. I tried it before, it didn't work because of MY immaturity then. The issue is not getting one or two Cs. It's the fact that EmilyEmily blames EVERYONE else for her lack of understanding. I don't blame anyone but myself for my lack of ability to do it the first time. I put myself in a situation to fail. Time has caused me to rethink how to go about it.
And yes, some people do just stink at taking tests. I'm one of them. However, that's not the professor's problem, it's mine. I have to learn to handle that, not the professor. EmilyEmily has to learn to cope with whatever deficits she may have, too. That seems to be the real issue.
Never assume that just because I'm not a nursing student yet that I have NO IDEA of what I'm getting myself into. Nothing is EVER exactly how you expect it to be. I plan on going in with NO expectations other than I'll need to work my butt off at whatever the task is.
I understand the issue isn't about the C's, I was pointing out a part of your post I disagreed with. That is all. Nursing school has honestly been a fun ride but with lots of twist and turns thus far. I've received A's but mostly B's and C' - but my C's should not be used to judge the type of nurse I will be come May --- or the Nurse I will be 5 years from now.
But sorry for the deviation... the topic here is the OPs mentality that we are big bullies and that she refuses to be accountable and responsible for her own actions.
I think the OP has heard what she needed to hear and I don't think any post or speech on this earth will make her realize ... that the real world will not spoon feed us... until she allows herself to be receptive, that is.
OP, all I saw on this post was people trying to open your eyes and some experienced nurses trying to give you advice... no bullying at all.
So OP ... have a goodnight and I wish you well in your future endeavours.
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