NURS 312 Health Assessment

This course uses didactic and electronic clinical experiences to develop skill levels of the Registered Nurse to conduct a comprehensive health assessment with adults in various settings. The course emphasizes the integration of observations, systematic data collection, and effective communication in performing patient-centered health assessments that include risk assessment and risk reduction.

Practicum: Students will have the opportunity to use interview, observation, inspection, auscultation, palpation, and percussion in assessing clients across the life span in simulated and actual environments. A grade of "C" or higher is required for this course. (2 hours of lecture per week and 30 hours of lab per semester)

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Admission to CBU RN to BSN program or permission of the Director.