NUR 338 - Health and Physical Assessment

Application of the Nursing process using assessment skills expected of the professional Nurse in the provision of safe, evidenced based patient care across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on identifying expected and unexpected findings and the acquisition of assessment related skills. The use of interview and assessment techniques combined with laboratory practice is emphasized in relationship to the adult (including geriatric population), pediatric, and pregnant populations. This course includes both theory and 3 hours each week laboratory practice and skills validation resulting in a comprehensive final exam practicum assessment.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the BSN major or permission of department.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 2 Credits: 4