Reply 1
Hi
Congratulations 🎉
Familiarise yourself with the human body would be ideal ( see if you can borrow a book from your local library about it - something like Ross and Wilson - anatomy and psychology of the human body), if you can buy it second hand ( don't need to be a upto date version - last version or even version before it will do as they only update the technology and any advance on medicine every 18 months or so), you'll hopefully be given a PDF list on what books you'll need for your coursework when you start in April.
If possible learn how to do blood pressure, and temperature as they are basic obs you do.
Best of luck with your journey in becoming a nurse and it's going to be hard work for you over next three years but worth it.
NHS registered adult nurse
Congratulations 🎉
Familiarise yourself with the human body would be ideal ( see if you can borrow a book from your local library about it - something like Ross and Wilson - anatomy and psychology of the human body), if you can buy it second hand ( don't need to be a upto date version - last version or even version before it will do as they only update the technology and any advance on medicine every 18 months or so), you'll hopefully be given a PDF list on what books you'll need for your coursework when you start in April.
If possible learn how to do blood pressure, and temperature as they are basic obs you do.
Best of luck with your journey in becoming a nurse and it's going to be hard work for you over next three years but worth it.
NHS registered adult nurse
Thank you so much I really appreciate it!
What to study pre-degree:
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Nothing. You don't need to get ahead of the game; you already have a place which means you know enough to start (and you'll get reading lists, lectures, assignment briefs/learning outcomes which go with essay titles)
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If you're desperate to start something, some basic anatomy & physiology won't harm - people rate the Ross&Wilson, which I agree with.
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You really don't need to read every last word of every last book on the reading list - there isn't time for that.
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Selecting the books, book chapters, and journal articles (either in print or online/ebook/ejournal version) which are relevant to whatever you're studying/writing an essay on helps.
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Find a way which suits you when it comes to reading. I used to do a lot of reading/note-taking on a 20-40 minute bus or train journey. That took time to hone that skill.
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Make use of university librarians! Once you've got started and get into things, they'll be able to help you with book/journal searches, and also with referencing.
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Writing essays: get in touch with learning support services if you find yourself beginning to struggle with this.
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There are learning outcomes and an assignment brief for every single university module/assignment ever created. Use these to guide what to talk about in assignments (sometimes it's easier to talk to oher people about it to get ideas!)
Reply 4
Hey Raisa RB!
Congratulations and exciting times ahead!🎊. Here are some tips:
• Get familiar with anatomy & physiology – It’s the foundation of everything you’ll learn.
• Look into basic nursing skills – Things like infection control, communication, and patient safety.
• Start organising your study routine – Nursing involves a mix of theory and practical work, so good time management is key.
• Get used to referencing – You’ll need to reference properly in assignments (check what system your uni uses).
• Join nursing student forums/groups – Connecting with others can be really helpful.
Are there any specific areas you’re most nervous about?
~ Annabel, Kingston Rep.
Reply 5
You are welcome 🤗 and hopefully everything goes well for you 💝 🙏
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