NUR-301

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Comprehensive Health Assessment

NursingUndergraduateHealth Sciences

Demonstrate a systematic approach to obtaining a health history

Perform a systematic, comprehensive and focused physical examination utilizing the skills of inspection, auscultation, palpitation and percussion

Differentiate normal findings appropriate to the client’s age and cultural background from those abnormal findings, which need further evaluation

Effectively communicate health assessment findings both oral and written form Implement professional accountability and ethical behavior while performing a comprehensive health exam

Components of a Health History, and Physical Exam Techniques Assignment

General Survey: Mental Assessment; Nutritional Assessment; and Assessment Techniques and Safety

Dermatology: Skin, Hair, and Nails

Head, Face, Neck, and Eyes

Ears, Nose, and Throat

Thorax and Lungs

Cardiac and Cardiovascular System

Abdomen

Musculoskeletal System

Neurological System

Breast; Lymphatic System; Female Genitourinary

Male Genitourinary; Anus and Rectum

Substance Use

Pediatric