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Whats the biggest challenge when becoming a nurse, CNA, or CMA?
I'm currently doing nursing classes and want to know what I need to be aware?
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guillaumine’s Answer
Careful and systematic progress is crucial as it aids in understanding and gaining advanced knowledge. Some employers may prefer nurses with previous experience as certified nurse assistants, which is vital for delivering the best possible care to patients. Having CNA skills can help make the task of providing nursing care seem less intimidating.
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Michelle’s Answer
Hello, Myrandah !
I am so happy to know that you are a Nursing Student in Sacramento, CA ! I would like to give you some general advice as you wonder about the proceeding activities and classes you will be taking that will prepare you for a fine career as a nurse !
My first piece of advice is: do not worry each step of the way. Reassess why you think it's necessary to know what may possibly happen. The best way to approach education is to relax through the academics and learn from what your professors tell you, taking it all in as you go along, not thinking about next week, next year or any possible pitfalls or negative things. Even if you could tell the future, no one knows how your academic path will go and that goes for any study or any career. You are being carefully prepared right now and as things come up, they will be discussed for your own personal experience. So you have nothing to cautiously anticipate and you should be doing everything that every other student does: study hard, participate in class and other activities and prioritize the important things such as meeting deadlines with your papers and projects.
Each and every course you take will tell you what to be aware of. Your professors will most likely present exams to you after telling you what topics will be on the test. You will automatically be aware of the classroom lectures as well as the content of your textbooks. That is the awareness you will need each step of the way. On the first day of classes, at least when I went to college, the professors introduce the course to the students and outline everything that will be covered in the class. Did you professors do this ? Then you should already be aware of the content of the courses. Another thing that I recall on the first day of classes is that the professor would tell the class how many term papers will be required that semester for the class and if there are any lab hours and how many lab hours are required to complete the course. If your professors have not established this as yet, ask so that you can alleviate thinking and wondering about it.
Your biggest challenge while studying to become a nurse will be, well . . your biggest challenges that are unique to you. No one can give you an idea of academic challenges except yourself. It may help you to make a list of the things that you are good at, things you need to work more on, subjects that you don't like, and other things you don't prefer. Those would be your own personal challenges, but they can easily be managed in your own ways. We all had to probably take a class for our major that we were maybe not good at, had very little interest in or didn't excel in and felt this type of challenge. My advice is if you encounter this, just do your absolute best and you will pass the course.
It's all going to depend on your mindset and what you bring to your college experience. You know your challenges and it would be the same if you majored in nursing, computer science or law. School can only be challenging in a negative way based on our own personal challenges.
I hope that this is sort of reassuring to you in that you don't need to know of or anticipate any barriers, challenges or warnings about possible negative things. Sure, things will arise, but let them and think about the best way to handle it as yourself. People can tell you stories and experiences but you will never have an experience like the others. You are blessed to have your own experience with whatever path you take.
Best wishes !
I am so happy to know that you are a Nursing Student in Sacramento, CA ! I would like to give you some general advice as you wonder about the proceeding activities and classes you will be taking that will prepare you for a fine career as a nurse !
My first piece of advice is: do not worry each step of the way. Reassess why you think it's necessary to know what may possibly happen. The best way to approach education is to relax through the academics and learn from what your professors tell you, taking it all in as you go along, not thinking about next week, next year or any possible pitfalls or negative things. Even if you could tell the future, no one knows how your academic path will go and that goes for any study or any career. You are being carefully prepared right now and as things come up, they will be discussed for your own personal experience. So you have nothing to cautiously anticipate and you should be doing everything that every other student does: study hard, participate in class and other activities and prioritize the important things such as meeting deadlines with your papers and projects.
Each and every course you take will tell you what to be aware of. Your professors will most likely present exams to you after telling you what topics will be on the test. You will automatically be aware of the classroom lectures as well as the content of your textbooks. That is the awareness you will need each step of the way. On the first day of classes, at least when I went to college, the professors introduce the course to the students and outline everything that will be covered in the class. Did you professors do this ? Then you should already be aware of the content of the courses. Another thing that I recall on the first day of classes is that the professor would tell the class how many term papers will be required that semester for the class and if there are any lab hours and how many lab hours are required to complete the course. If your professors have not established this as yet, ask so that you can alleviate thinking and wondering about it.
Your biggest challenge while studying to become a nurse will be, well . . your biggest challenges that are unique to you. No one can give you an idea of academic challenges except yourself. It may help you to make a list of the things that you are good at, things you need to work more on, subjects that you don't like, and other things you don't prefer. Those would be your own personal challenges, but they can easily be managed in your own ways. We all had to probably take a class for our major that we were maybe not good at, had very little interest in or didn't excel in and felt this type of challenge. My advice is if you encounter this, just do your absolute best and you will pass the course.
It's all going to depend on your mindset and what you bring to your college experience. You know your challenges and it would be the same if you majored in nursing, computer science or law. School can only be challenging in a negative way based on our own personal challenges.
I hope that this is sort of reassuring to you in that you don't need to know of or anticipate any barriers, challenges or warnings about possible negative things. Sure, things will arise, but let them and think about the best way to handle it as yourself. People can tell you stories and experiences but you will never have an experience like the others. You are blessed to have your own experience with whatever path you take.
Best wishes !
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Martin’s Answer
Your greatest hurdle will often be your own self. Every day brings its own set of challenges, from patients and from within, each offering opportunities for growth, moments of frustration, and even laughter. The real world is vastly different from school, something you're probably starting to grasp, and that's a good thing. It's crucial to know your capabilities and limitations, and to understand when it's time to ask questions or seek help. It's important to learn how to leave work at the workplace when the day ends, and understand that your job or career is one thing, and your life is another. Your life should always take precedence. Cultivate compassion, but don't let others take advantage of you. Find hobbies and activities that you can enjoy outside of work, and methods to alleviate any stress. Make every day count and leave the rest behind you.
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Bailey’s Answer
I think the biggest challenge is trying to work while attending nursing school. I had to work while I was in school and it was very difficult.