Schedule
Mon, 8:00 AM - 8:50 AM (11/29/2010 - 2/26/2011) Location: MAIN LIB L100
Thu, 8:00 AM - 9:50 AM (11/29/2010 - 2/26/2011) Location: MAIN LIB L100
Description
This course provides the student with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform health assessments of individual clients, of all ages, using the functional health patterns as a framework. Emphasis is placed on conducting a comprehensive health history using effective communication skills, physical examination inclusive of diagnostic tests and identification of normal lab values. Student are expected to critically reflect on the manner in which their assessments are obtained and communicated. Opportunities are provided to apply assessment skills in a variety of settings. (prereq: CH 2261, NU 1000, NU 2000, BI 256, BI 1010 (C grade), BI 1020 (C grade), BI 1030 (C grade), BI 2040 (C grade)) (coreq: NU 2320, NU 290, NU 2810)