NUR 3001 Assessment

This course describes basic health assessment as it pertains to a complete head-to-toe assessment of all eleven body systems providing the student opportunity for the enhancement of physical assessment skills. The purpose of this course is to provide the student with knowledge and skills basic to health assessment in nursing related to both the adult and geriatric patient. This course emphasizes evidence-based practices with a focus on critical thinking skills and their use by the nurse for accurate collection and analysis of patient health data. Based on assessment findings, this course will guide the student in the documentation process to include a complete history and physical examination.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

BIO 2020 and BIO 2820

Offered

Every Fall