NU 530 : Advanced Health Assessment

Builds on assessment skills developed during the professional nurse’s basic educational program. Addresses health assessment of individuals across the lifespan using physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, and physical assessment data. Students explore history taking, complete a comprehensive physical assessment, and use this data to develop and/or evaluate evidence-based treatment plans for diverse patients with common acute and chronic health disorders. Emphasis is placed on the process of clinical/diagnostic reasoning to enable the student to analyze clinical problems, make accurate diagnoses, and to provide safe and competent care. The use of technology and electronic medical records are important components of this course.