NURS 340 Health Assessment Throughout The Lifespan

NURS 340 Health Assessment Throughout The Lifespan 1. Catalog Entry NURS 340. Health Assessment Throughout The Lifespan Two hours lecture; two hours laboratory (3) Prerequisites: Upper Division standing Semester offered: Fall and Spring RU Focuses on the use of health assessment skills required to perform a systematic health assessment. 2. Detailed Description of Content of the Course The objectives and content of this Level 1 Course are derived from the School of Nursing's philosophy and conceptual framework, and facilitate achievement of the School's program objectives. Additionally, the major topics and skills covered in this course are common to major leadership and professional development nursing textbooks, and represent areas covered on standardized achievement examinations and the NCLEX-RN Test Plan. Current research and advancement in theory and clinical practice also determine content. 1. National Health Priorities 2. Holistic Health Assessment 3. Growth Measurement and Recording Information 4. Nutritional Assessment 5. Examination Techniques and Equipment 6. Assessment and Recording of Vital Signs 7. Skin, Hair, Nails 8. Eyes 9. Ears, Nose, Throat 10. Lymphatic System 11. Chest and Lung, Breast and Axillae 12. Heart and Peripheral Vascular 13. Abdomen 14. Musculoskeletal Assessment 15. Neurological Assessment and Mental Status 16. Female Genitalia and Male Genitalia