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Memorize just about everything you need. Another good approach is to memorize the drug’s acronym. They’re shorter and easier to remember if you use flashcards too. For example, PCP for phencyclidine, E for ecstasy, and THC for cannabis.6. Make flashcardsUse flashcards when on the go! They’re easy and convenient ways to review pharmacology information. Write the drug name or acronym on one side of the card, and on the other, write its class, generic name, indications, side effects, mechanism of action, major contraindications, patient education, and what you need to assess! PHEW, that was a lot! If you’re not a fan of a pile of notecards, use Anki flashcards (they pair perfectly with Picmonic!) to practice memorizing drugs and their information. You can quiz yourself with each flashcard, and make a pile of ones you do and don’t remember to review the ones you’ve struggled with.For extra tips on how to memorize drugs in nursing school, read more.Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Nursing PharmacologyIs studying pharmacology hard?What do riding a bike, making the perfect pancake, and studying pharmacology all have in common? None of these things are easy the first time we try them. Learning something new is challenging. It’s uncharted territory. We don’t know if we’re doing it right, and it is incredibly uncomfortable. Being uncomfortable means you’re growing and building new knowledge. Long story short: pharmacology is tough, but you’re tougher!Which is harder, anatomy or pharmacology?Anatomy focuses on the bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and organs of the human body. It requires memorizing specific structures’ appearance, location, function, and connectivity. Understanding these elements requires diagrams and other visual elements. On the other hand, pharmacology focuses on specific medications, how they work, when they are used, how they are administered to patients, and the side effects they may cause. There are lots of medications and unique details to know about each. Both anatomy and pharmacology require memorizing a lot of information. Anatomy is highly visual, but pharmacology is not as visual. Knowing your learning style can determine if anatomy or pharmacology will be challenging for you.Is there a lot of
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