Mar 28, 2024  
2023-2024 Graduate Academic Catalog 
    
2023-2024 Graduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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NUR 6220 - Advanced Physical Assessment

2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits
Course Description
This course equips the student with advanced physical health assessment concepts and techniques. Introductory diagnostic reasoning will be explored through a holistic and individualized approach to physical, psychosocial, and cultural assessment across the lifespan. Utilization of self-reflection, best available evidence, critical-thinking, and clinical reasoning will be engaged to synthesize and organize data and formulate plans for optimal client and population outcomes.  (prereq: none)
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  • Apply evidenced based critical reasoning to the collection and communication of data gathered, both oral and written
  • Synthesize comprehensive assessment data which includes problem focused history, physical examination, laboratory, and diagnostic studies into written documentation that informs the interdisciplinary team of the client’s plan
  • Critically engage in use of appropriate technologies to effectively collect and disseminate accurate assessment data
  • Apply evidenced based diagnostic reasoning of subjective and objective data to create individualized plans of care as a foundation for positive client outcomes
  • Integrate socially responsible consciousness into assessment and care of client populations
  • Through use of simulation and immersion team experiences, prioritize client-focused plans that are safe and effective

Prerequisites by Topic
  • None

Course Topics
  • Health history techniques  
  • Documentation 
  • Neurological 
  • Cardiac 
  • Respiratory 
  • GI 
  • GU/reproductive 
  • Other assessments pertinent to psychiatric mental health 
  • Screening tools 
  • Differential diagnosis 
  • Treatment plans and expected outcomes 

Coordinator
Dr. Victoria Carlson Oehlers



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