NR 101. Health Assessment for the Practice of Nursing

Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): BI 240 (or BI 226 and BI 227), BS 160, EG 101, MA 135 (or MA 132, MA 133, and MA 134) or above, all with a C or better. Departmental acceptance to the nursing program. BI 231 with a C or better or concurrent enrollment in BI 231.

Corequisite(s): NR 116

This course will enable the student to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to perform patient centered health assessments to identify current and potential health problems for patients across the lifespan. The student will use interviewing techniques to conduct, review, and document health histories and physical assessments while incorporating developmental, genetic, cultural, spiritual, and gender considerations. The student will perform a focused physical assessment based on presenting signs and symptoms.