NRSG 215 - Assessment and Health Promotion

3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec, 1 Lab)

This course utilizes a body systems approach in teaching basic assessment skills on clients throughout the life span. The primary focus of this course is on normal health assessment findings, with recognition of abnormal variations. This course emphasizes the skills required to complete a comprehensive health assessment and physical examination. Data collection through comprehensive history taking and physical assessment is emphasized. Utilization of assessment findings in clinical decision making is discussed throughout the course, using the nursing process as a guide. The student’s learning experience will be enhanced by hands-on experiences in the lab and beginning experiential utilization of newly learned assessment skills in the clinical setting.