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http://nursing.about.com/od/education/f ... ursing.htm
"You need to have a strong desire to help people. You need to be patient, persistent, and empathetic.
The classes you need to take to help you prepare for nursing school include algebra, basic chemistry, biology, and life science that includes some anatomy and physiology.
Classes in cultural diversity are also very helpful. Understanding customs and beliefs will help you to understand how and why people react to medical circumstances differently. "