NUR315 Health Assessment Across the Lifespan

College of Nursing Nursing Department

Course Description: Through a systems approach, the beginning level nursing student is introduced to theoretical and practical foundations to providing a holistic physical assessment for the child, adult and geriatric client. Information is presented within the continuum ranging from normal and expected findings to those that are abnormal and pathological. Students will have the opportunity to practice their assessment skills within a laboratory setting, applying therapeutic communication techniques.

Credit Hours: 5.00

Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None