NUR 5500 - Advanced Physical Assessment and Pathophysiology across the Life Span

Advanced Physical Assessment and Pathophysiology across the life Span is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills to perform an advanced physical examination. Physical assessment skills will be incorporated with related pathophysiological abnormalities. Interviewing techniques and basic head-to-toe physical assessment will be reviewed. The course will then concentrate on the focused systems assessments necessary for providing care to clients across the lifespan. Students will be expected to perform an advanced physical assessment upon a designated client (which will be taped) and effectively communicate such findings. The integration of laboratory findings, pathophysiology, and physical exam findings will also be addressed.

Credits: 3 SH