NUR Application Pathophysiology Advanced 325 – of to
Health Assessment
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(Prerequisite: NUR 300, NUR 310)
COURSE DESCRIPTION
As a registered nurse, essential that you understand pathology meets it is pathophysiology…where
physiology. This area study focuses the functional changes that come along with a particular of on
syndrome disease. this course, you will build previous knowledge and skills order expand or In on in to
on of the components a complete physical exam. You will use critical thinking and discovery skills to
conduct health assessment and health promotion concepts the care diverse clients across the a to of
lifespan and along health wellness continuum. interdisciplinary team members, learners are the and As
prepared make contributions their holistic health recognizing health deviations, to to patient’s by
formulating thorough, individualized plan care, anticipating treatment outcomes, and demonstrating a of
appropriate communication skills promoting patient-center care. Using ShadowHealth , a in ed ©
computerized simulated health assessment suite, and practical experiences, you will learn apply to
advanced health assessment techniques improve current and future health outcomes to patients’ as
defined (AACN, by The Baccalaureate Essentials 2008).
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
Required Resources
Estes, (5th ed.). Cengage Learning. ISBN- - M. E. Health Assessment and Physical Examination . 13: 978
1133610939; ISBN-10: 1133610935
Shadow Health. (2016). Retrieved June 2016, from Shadowhealth.com. 21
http://www.shadowhealth.com/
Supplemental Resources
Shadow Health Instructor Resources, located Instructor Center area your Blackboard course in the of
shell.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
1. Analyze the relationship between pathophysiological concepts and advanced health-
assessment techniques persons across lifespan. in the
2. and Conduct comprehensive and detailed assessments of health and illness in developmentally
culturally diverse patient populations utilizing cultural awareness, best practices, evidence- and
based practice.
3. Integrate holistic, patient-centered care across the health-wellness continuum that reflects a
comprehensive understanding pathophysiology and that incorporates evidence-based care. of a a
4. and Identify and use caring healing techniques that promote a therapeutic nurse-patient
relationship all healthcare delivery settings. in
5. Conduct appropriate health histories and detailed physical health assessment. a
6. of of Apply health promotion principles into nursing care patients across the lifespan. a
7. Apply information derived from patients’ health histories, genetics / genomics within the context
of an of the health history, genograms, and assessment formulate to individualized plan nursing
care that focuses the individual health promotion disease prevention on patient’s and needs.
8. as of and Demonstrate appropriate communication and collaboration a member the inter- intra-
professional healthcare team.
9. Apply quality and safety principles to advanced health assessment. a
10. how Discuss technology impacts assessment interactions with patients and families. a
NUR Application Pathophysiology Advanced 325 – of to
Health Assessment
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WEEKLY COURSE SCHEDULE
The standard requirement for 4.5 credit course for students spend 13.5 hours weekly a hour is to in
work. This includes preparation and activities regardless delivery a of mode.
Week
Preparation, Activities, and Supplemental
Week 1
Module 1
Preparation
• Required Reading(s)
o Chapter Interview 2: Communication Techniques and the Patient
o Chapter Documentation 3: The Complete Health History Including
• Lecture: Assessment Overview of Pathophysiology and Advanced Health
Video
• “Introduction to Pathophysiology” (43 min s), located 23 at
