Has 2 years experience. It was a lot of work and I was completely exhausted by the end of the course, but I enjoyed the class, worked hard, and got an A. If you're willing to put in the time and effort, you can do it! Specializes in Critical Care. Has 6 years experience. It's definitely do-able, if you're able to absorb info and memorize quickly. I'm taking Anatomy this summer, since my previous credit was over 8 years ago and is considered "too old" for acceptance as a pre-req.
I would suggest you start looking at some online anatomy refreshers that are available online, so you have an idea of what you'll be getting into. That way, you can help gauge your comfort level with the material. It was pretty hectic. I found a great website that helped a lot with memorization and concept retention. You can create labeling games and multiple choice quizzes to test yourself. I was one of 4 I think it was 4 who posted an A for the class. But I had a year of college chem and bio from my other degree, so that probably helps a lot.
Physiology is going to be equally hectic though, I can tell. This is technically our second week and we've been assigned 9 chapters to read, three clinical focus questions, 3 lab assignments, and we have our first exam this Saturday. See what happens after you take anatomy? I've taken AP I an II back to back during summer 1st and 2nd session of summer and it was really tough for me.
I'm not sure what your situation is, but at that time I was working a full time job and the day before classes started I found out that I was six weeks pregnant! Work would end at and was right next door to the college so I would drive to school class started at 6 and would be there until 9 or 10 at night.
I would just take each free moment I had to study and even though I basically didn't have a life for two months and felt miserable, I would just tell myself over and over that it was only temporary and to look at the bigger picture. I would read the chapters during my lunch break and during the half hour before each class. We didn't have class on Friday so during the weekend I would just study, study study! On lab days we were given the option to go home as soon as we felt we understood the material or had practiced enough and even though it was REALLY tempting to go home early I would force myself to practice going over the bones over and over again and really try to understand everything in the dissections.
It paid off because the same people that stayed late were always the ones that did the best on the the lab practicals. Oh also on the lab portion I used google images a lot to help reinforce what I was learning since it's kind of hard to study dissections at home! Anne36, LPN. You should not have a laboratory portion with this class, which will save you some time.
However, memory work will take up an hour or two each week, and your reading and homework will probably take up several more hours. You may also have one or two major projects to turn in for this class. Anatomy models are a favorite requirement of many professors. Pro Tip: If possible I would try to pair these classes with easier classes for the semester. As with any college class, the steps you take from the beginning to aid your learning will be what get you through with the best grade.
Whether you want to get started on the right foot or want to improve your grades in the middle of your semester, use these tips to make your human anatomy and physiology class easier. Here are some example videos from YouTube. This first one is from Crash Course on YouTube for digestible anatomy and physiology segments. This second one is from Khan Academy. You can go to their YouTube channel for more in-depth physiology information.
Unlike chemistry and similar classes , it is very easy to imagine how your newfound anatomy and physiology knowledge will come in handy not only during future nursing classes but also in your career. This class will give you the fundamental facts you need for understanding how the human body works. It is a highly practical course that will help you understand ideal physical health and help you track and manage health changes in your patients. Human anatomy and physiology is definitely not a class that should scare you.
Simply plan to take plenty of time for weekly study and memorization. I say go for it but dont get a job or do anything other than studying this whole summer Physio and Anatomy is a lot to handle especially in a summer semester. Good luck and all the best!
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