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      DISCLAIMER:  This content is designed to enhance the study of nursing. This content is generic and is not designed to take into account the specific objectives, needs, and/or circumstances of any particular region or country. To become a nurse, learners must successfully complete a program of study approved by the government or state-regulatory agency in their place of residence. We cannot guarantee that the successful completion of these materials will enable you to practice in your place of residence. Make sure that you are in compliance with the scope of practice of your regulatory body before attempting to put into use or practice any of the knowledge gained.

      The Nurses International Health Assessment course materials provide the nurse educator with a resource for their students that outlines a learning experience that provides students with the opportunity to learn the nursing theories and skills required to complete a comprehensive assessment of physical, social, mental, spiritual, and cultural aspects of a patient’s needs across the lifespan. The primary focus is on the well individual with references to illness for comparison.

      Health Assessment (HA) is designed to assist the learner in developing history interviewing skills, perform a systematic physical examination and a psychosocial assessment. The course integrates knowledge from the physical and behavioral sciences, allowing the learner to initiate a comprehensive assessment review and document data findings. HA utilizes differential interpretation of normal versus abnormal, with an emphasis placed on the well individual with references to illness for comparison. HA fosters the development of critical thinking abilities, utilizing the nursing process, as well as identifying assessment characteristics of a variety of symptoms which forms a basis for clinical reasoning.

                                                                                                                                              

      The fourteen (14) modules are designed to help learners: 

      1. Conduct comprehensive and focused physical, behavioral, psychological, spiritual, socioeconomic, and environmental assessments of health and illness parameters in patients, using developmentally and culturally appropriate approaches. 
      2. Apply safeguards to support a safe practice environment for both patients and healthcare workers.
      3. Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with the patient and inter-professional team to deliver safe, person-centered care to individuals, families, and communities.  
      4. Perform assessments, including environmental exposure and family history that recognizes risks, to identify current and future health problems of individuals, families, groups, and communities. 
      5. Exhibit ethical and professional nursing values into one's professional nursing practice.
      6. Demonstrate professionalism, including attention to appearance, demeanor, respect for self and others, and attention to professional boundaries with patients and families as well as among caregivers.

      This course has been developed by Nurses International (NI) and NextGenU.org (NGU). It was sponsored in part by the Annenberg Physician Training Program (APTP). 

      Engaging with this course:

      • Nurse Educators may register to review all of the course content.
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      • Begin the course with Module 1. For each lesson, read the description.
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      *This content is designed to enhance the study of nursing. To become a nurse, learners must successfully complete a program of study approved by the government or state-regulatory agency in their place of residence.

      • Course Syllabus

        2 URLs
        • Theory Syllabus URL
        • Practicum Syllabus URL
      • Module 1: Lesson 1- Introduction to Health Assessment

        Learning Objectives:

        • Discuss the purpose and content of a health assessment.
        • Explain the legal and ethical considerations in performing a health assessment.
        • Explore the main components of the comprehensive health assessment process.
        • Contrast the nursing health assessment with the medical examination.

        Click here to start this module

        3 URLs, 1 File
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • Introduction to health assessment URL
        • Supplementary Resources
        • Admission Assessment and Examination URL
        • Barriers of physical assessment skills among nursing students in Arab Peninsula URL
        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 1: Introduction
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        • M1: L1- Introduction to Health Assessment File 36.3KB PDF document
      • Module 1: Lesson 2- Performing an assessment: Environmental considerations

        Learning Objectives:

        • List environmental considerations.
        • Describe how to prepare the environment for collecting a health assessment.
        • Explain how the environment can influence the quality of the data collected during the health assessment.

        Click here to start this lesson

        2 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • Assessment: Environmental Considerations URL
        • Supplementary Resources
        • Self-Awareness as a Therapeutic Tool for Nurse/Client Relationship URL
        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 1: Lesson 2
        • M1: L2- Performing an assessment: Environmental considerations File 37.6KB PDF document
      • Module 1: Lesson 3- Subjective and Objective Data

        Learning Objectives:

        • Differentiate between subjective and objective data collected during a health assessment.
        • List 5 examples of objective data and 5 examples of subjective data.
        • Compare the analysis of objective and subjective data to identify a patient’s condition.
        • Discuss three strategies to decide if data is subjective or objective.

        Click here to start this lesson

        3 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • Subjective, and objective data URL
        • Supplementary Resources
        • Subjective Data Vs. Objective Data in Nursing URL
        • Subjective vs Objective Data (2 minutes) URL

           

           

        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 1: Lesson 3
        • M1: L3- Subjective and Objective Data File 38.2KB PDF document
      • Module 1: Lesson 4- Assessment of height, weight and vital signs

        Learning Objectives:

        • Identify how to interpret measures of height, weight, and vital signs.
        • Describe how data about height, weight, and vital signs influence other data collection techniques during the completion of a health assessment. 
        • Explain how variations in height, weight, and vital signs may influence findings during the health assessment.

        Click here to start this lesson

        2 URLs, 1 Quiz, 2 Files
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • Height, Weight and Vital signs URL
        • Supplementary Resources
        • Demonstrating vital sign assessment (9 minutes) URL

           

           

        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 1: Lesson 4
        • M1: L4- Assessment of height, weight and vital signs File 36.1KB PDF document
        • Suggested Assignments
        • M1:L4 Suggested Assignments File 21.4KB PDF document
      • Module 2: Lesson 1- The Patient Interview

        Learning Objectives:

        • Identify key components of a successful patient interview.
        • Describe a structured process for interviewing patients.
        • Compare and contrast the different patient interview approaches in various clinical settings. 
        • Discuss importance of using open & closed-ended questions.
        • Describe use of and differentiate between facilitation, reflection, clarification, empathetic responses, confrontation, & interpretation when completing a health assessment.
        • Identify strategies for promoting patient trust and openness when collecting data about sensitive or uncomfortable topics.

        Click here to start this module

        5 URLs, 1 Quiz, 2 Files
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • The patient interview URL
        • Supplementary Resources
        • Age Specific Practice learning module URL
        • Active Listening URL
        • Here is a 2 minute YouTube video that shows a patient interview that could use some improvement: URL

           

           

        • Here is a 2 minute YouTube video of an interview that was done well: URL

           

           

        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 2
        • M2 L1: The Patient Interview File 32.3KB PDF document
        • Suggested Assignments
        • M2:L1- The Patient Interview File 35.7KB PDF document
      • Module 2: Lesson 2- The Write-up: Validating and Documenting findings

        Learning Objectives:

        • Explain the significance of documenting the findings from a health interview and physical assessment.
        • Describe strategies to recheck, clarify or verify data.
        • Outline the components of documenting the findings of a health assessment.

        Click here to start this lesson

        2 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • Write up validate and document URL
        • Supplementary Resources
        • Medical Documentation learning module URL
        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 2: Lesson 2
        • Suggested Assignments
        • M2:L2- The Write-up: Validating and Documenting findings File 26.1KB PDF document
      • Module 2: Lesson 3- Health History

        Learning Objectives:
        • List the components of a health history interview.
        • Describe how to obtain an accurate, comprehensive history from the patient.
        • Outline the content of each component of the health history interview.

        Click here to start this lesson

        2 URLs, 1 Quiz, 2 Files
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • Health-History URL
        • Supplementary Resources
        • Example of a health history interview URL

           

           

        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 2: Lesson 3
        • M2 L3: Health History File 36.6KB PDF document
        • Suggested Assignments
        • M2:L3 -Health History Activity File 20KB PDF document
      • Module 3: Lesson 1- Performing an Assessment: Assessment Techniques

        Learning Objectives:

        • Describe the five techniques used when performing a health assessment: Inspection Palpation, Percussion, Auscultation, Interpretation.
        • Demonstrate knowledge at a beginning level of skill in the techniques of physical exam: inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation, and interpretation.

        Click here to start this module

        4 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • Performing Assessment technique URL
        • Supplementary Resources
        • Techniques of Physical Assessment URL
        • Inspection, Palpation, Auscultation, Interpretation technique overview URL

           

           

        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 3
        • Health Assessment Techniques quiz URL
        • Suggested Assignments
        • M3:L1- Performing an Assessment: Assessment Techniques File 21.2KB PDF document
      • Module 3: Lesson 2- Performing an Assessment: Equipment for assessment

        Learning Objectives:

        • Explain the purpose of each of the following pieces of health equipment and explain its proper use in conducting a physical assessment: Stethoscope, sphygmomanometer, pulse oximeter, reflex hammer, thermometer, pen light, scissors, watch with second hand, tuning fork, tongue depressor, monofilament, goniometer, otoscope, ophthalmoscope, speculum, tape measure, scale.

        Click here to start this lesson

        1 URL, 1 Quiz, 2 Files
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • Assessment equipment URL
        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 3: Lesson 2
        • M3 L2: Performing an Assessment: Equipment for assessment File 36.9KB PDF document
        • Suggested Assignments
        • M3: L2- Performing an Assessment: Equipment for assessment File 29.3KB PDF document
      • Module 3: Lesson 3- Assessment of the thorax and lungs

        Learning Objectives:

        • Describe the components of the thoracic cavity, lung borders, lung lobes, and mechanics of respiration.
        • Describe assessment of the thorax and lungs.
        • Discuss documentation of assessment findings.
        • Interpret assessment in terms of normal vs. abnormal findings and signs of clinical emergencies.

        Click here to start this lesson

        2 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • Thorax and lungs assessment URL
        • Supplementary Resources
        • The following video demonstrates an assessment of the thorax and lungs URL

           

           

        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 3: Lesson 3
        • Module 3: Lesson 3- Assessment of the thorax and lungs File 55.2KB PDF document
      • Module 4: Lesson 1- Heart Assessment Part 1: Basic structure and function, Adults & Elderly

        Learning Objectives:

        • Identify the physical landmarks of auscultating the following sites: Aortic valve, pulmonic valve, Erb’s point, tricuspid valve, mitral valve.
        • Explain how to locate the PMI, and identify the significance of a PMI displaced laterally. 
        • Differentiate between normal and abnormal assessment findings of the heart.

        Click here to start this module

        4 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • Heart Assessment URL
        • Supplementary Resources
        • Cardiac Emergencies: Assessment, Angina, and MI URL
        • This is a 1 minute video reviewing the basics of how the blood flows through the heart/lungs URL

           

           

        • The following video demonstrates and explains basic adult heart assessment URL

           

           

        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 4
        • M4: L1- Heart Assessment Part 1: Basic structure and function, Adults & Elderly File 36.2KB PDF document
      • Module 4: Lesson 2- Heart Assessment Part 2: Infants and Children

        Learning Objectives:

        • Explain the changes that occur in circulation at birth and the need to repeat the cardiac assessment after 48 hours.
        • Differentiate between normal and abnormal assessment findings with respect to the heart rate and skin color.
        • Explain the importance of early identification of Rheumatic Fever in early childhood.

        Click here to start this lesson

        6 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • Heart Assess Infants and children URL
        • Supplementary Resources
        • Baby circulation right after birth URL

           

           

        • Review the following graphic on neonatal circulation: URL
        • Congenital heart disease symptoms URL
        • Rheumatic fever URL
        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 4: Lesson 2
        • Heart Assessment Quiz URL
        • Suggested Assignments
        • M4:L2- Heart Assessment Part 2: Infants and Children File 201.8KB PDF document
      • Module 4: Lesson 3- Assessment of peripheral circulation

        Learning Objectives:

        • Describe the components and function of the peripheral vascular system.
        • Describe assessment of the peripheral vascular system.
        • Discuss documentation of assessment findings.
        • Interpret assessment in terms of normal vs. abnormal and emergent findings.

        Click here to start this lesson

        3 URLs, 1 Quiz, 2 Files
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • Peripheral circulation assessment URL
        • Supplementary Resources
        • The following video is a review of peripheral circulation URL

           

           

        • The following video demonstrates an assessment of peripheral vascular system URL

           

           

        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 4: Lesson 3
        • M4: L3- Assessment of peripheral circulation File 34.6KB PDF document
        • Suggested Assignments
        • M4:L3- Assessment of peripheral circulation File 21.5KB PDF document
      • Module 5: Lesson 1- Assessment of the abdomen

        Learning Objectives:

        • Describe the components and functioning of the gastrointestinal (GI) system. 
        • Describe the assessment of the GI system, including patient medical-surgical history, pain, presence of bowel sounds, and order of GI assessment.
        • Discuss documentation of assessment findings.
        • Interpret GI assessment findings in terms of GI functioning.

        Click here to start this module

        3 URLs, 1 Quiz
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • Abdominal Assessment URL
        • Supplementary Resources
        • Abdominal assessment URL

           

           

        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 5
        • Abdominal assessment quiz URL
      • Module 5: Lesson 2- Assessment of female GU system

        Learning Objectives:

        • Correctly identify structures and functions of organs associated with the female reproductive tract.
        • Describe breast self-exam teaching.
        • Identify changes that occur with pregnancy and expected vs unexpected findings in the pregnant female.
        • Correctly identify patients at higher risk for female GU problems.
        • Correctly identify GU findings that constitute an emergency.

        Click here to start this lesson

        3 URLs, 1 Quiz
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • Female genital assessment URL
        • Supplementary Resources
        • The following video gives an overview/review of the system Female GU system URL

           

           

        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 5: Lesson 2
        • Female OBGYN Quiz URL
      • Module 5: Lesson 3- Assessment of male GU system

        Learning Objectives:

        • Discuss the structure and function of the male genitalia.
        • Describe the assessment of the male genitalia including reproductive, sexual history, external exam, and examination of the rectum/prostate.
        • Correctly identify findings that constitute an emergency.

        Click here to start this lesson

        3 URLs, 1 Quiz
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • Male Genital Assessment URL
        • Supplementary Resources
        • View the following image URL

          Warning: photo of male genitalia is depicted

        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 5: Lesson 3
        • Male GU Quiz URL
      • Module 6: Lesson 1- Assessment of Cranial Nerves

        Learning Objectives:

        • List the number, name, and function of each of the 12 cranial nerves.
        • Describe how to assess the functioning of each of the 12 cranial nerves.
        • Discuss the documentation of cranial nerve assessment.
        • Interpret cranial nerve assessment findings.

        Click here to start this module

        3 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • A Crainal Nerve assessment URL
        • Supplementary Resources
        • The following video is a visual/explanation of function of cranial nerves URL

           

           

        • The following video demonstrates the assessment/testing of cranial nerves URL

           

           

        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 6
        • M 6: L1- Assessment of Cranial Nerves File 37.1KB PDF document
      • Module 6: Lesson 2- Assessment of neuro function (CNS/PNS)

        Learning Objectives:

        •  Describe the structure and function of the CNS and PNS. 
        • Describe how to assess the functioning of the CNS and PNS using the 5 basic parameters of the neurological assessment (Mental status, Cranial nerves, Reflexes, Motor function, and sensory function) and give specific examples. (Note: CN 1-12 will be covered in detail in a separate PowerPoint).
        • Discuss documentation of CNS and PNS assessment.
        • Interpret CNS and PNS assessment findings in terms of signs of clinical emergencies.

        Click here to start this lesson

        2 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • Neurologic Assessment URL
        • Supplementary Resources
        • Simplifying neurologic assessment URL
        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 6: Lesson 2
        • M 6: L 2- Assessment of neuro function (CNS/PNS) File 35KB PDF document
        • Suggested Assignments
      • Module 6: Lesson 3- Assessment of the eyes and vision

        Learning Objectives:

        • Explain the processes, procedures and techniques in the assessment of the eyes and vision. 
        • Differentiate between normal and abnormal assessment findings of the eye. 
        • Outline the nurse’s actions in the assessment of the eyes and vision.

        Click here to start this lesson

        4 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
        • Slide Deck Presentation
        • Eyes and vision assessment URL
        • Supplementary Resources
        • View the following video eyes URL

           

           

        • Visual Acuity Test with Snellen Eye Chart Exam URL

           

           

        • Quiz
        • Quiz Module 6: Lesson 3
        • Suggested Assignments
        • M6:L3- Assessment of the eyes and vision File 19.7KB PDF document
        • eye vision quiz URL
      • Module 7: Remedial learning week

        • Module 8: Lesson 1- Assessment of the head and neck (including lymph)

          Learning Objectives:

          • Explain the processes, procedures and techniques in the assessment of the head and neck.
          • Differentiate between normal and abnormal assessment findings of the head and neck, including lymph nodes of the neck.
          • Outline the nurse’s actions in the assessment of the head and neck.

          Click here to start this module

          3 URLs, 1 Quiz
          • Slide Deck Presentation
          • Head & Neck URL
          • Supplementary Resources
          • The following video demonstrates an assessment of head and neck including lymph glands URL

             

             

          • Quiz
          • Quiz Module 8
          • Head and Neck Quiz URL
        • Module 8: Lesson 2- Assessment of the ears and nose

          Learning Objectives:

          • Explain the processes, procedures, and techniques in the assessment of the ears and nose. 
          • Differentiate between normal and abnormal assessment findings of the ears and nose. 
          • Outline the nurse’s actions in the assessment of the ears and nose.

          Click here to start this lesson

          2 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
          • Slide Deck Presentation
          • Ear and Nose Exam Health Assessment URL
          • Supplementary Resources
          • The following video demonstrates an assessment of the ears URL

             

             

          • Quiz
          • Quiz Module 8: Lesson 2
          • Suggested Assignments
          • M 8: L 2- Assessment of the ears and nose File 31.9KB PDF document
        • Module 8: Lesson 3- Assessment of the mouth and throat

          Learning Objectives:

          • Explain the processes, procedures and techniques in the assessment of the mouth and throat.
          • Differentiate between normal and abnormal assessment findings of the mouth and throat.
          • Outline the nurse’s actions in the assessment of the mouth and throat.

          Click here to start this lesson

          6 URLs, 1 Quiz
          • Slide Deck Presentation
          • Mouth and Throat URL
          • Supplementary Resources
          • Cleft Lip URL
          • Epiglottitis URL
          • Pharyngitis URL
          • Lip and Oral Cavity Cancer Treatment (Adult) (PDQ®) URL
          • Quiz
          • Quiz Module 8: Lesson 3
          • Mouth and Throad Quiz URL
        • Module 9: Lesson 1- Assessment of the Lymphatic System

          Learning Objectives:

          • Describe location, size, consistency, and other attributes of lymphadenopathy.
          • Identify common clinical scenarios involving lymphadenopathy.

          Click here to start this lesson

          4 URLs, 1 Quiz
          • Slide Deck Presentation
          • Lymphatic system assessment URL
          • Supplementary Resources
          • Lymphatic System: Facts, Functions & Diseases URL
          • Anatomy, Lymphatic System URL
          • Quiz
          • Quiz Module 9
          • Lymphatic system Quiz URL
          • Suggested Assignments
        • Module 9: Lesson 2- Assessment of the breast

          Learning Objectives:

          • Identify the structure and function of and changes in the components of the breast.
          • Explain the importance of breast cancer screenings and the key risk factors related to breast cancer.
          • List the objective and subjective concerns related to breast complaints.
          • Explain key teaching points of the Breast Self Exam.

          Click here to start this lesson

          6 URLs, 1 Quiz
          • Slide Deck Presentation
          • Breast Assessment URL
          • Supplementary Resources
          • Breast Cancer Prevention and Control URL
          • Female breast anatomy drawing (not an actual photo) URL
          • Anatomy, Thorax, Breast URL
          • Breast self exam video (fully clothed) by a physician URL

             

             

          • Quiz
          • Quiz Module 9: Lesson 2
          • Breast Assessment Quiz URL
        • Module 9: Lesson 3- Assessment of the skin, hair and nails

          Learning Objectives:

          • Explain the processes, procedures and techniques in the assessment of the skin, hair and nails. 
          • Differentiate between normal and abnormal assessment findings of the skin, hair and nails.
          • Outline the nurse’s actions in the assessment of the skin, hair and nails.

          Click here to start this lesson

          4 URLs, 1 Quiz
          • Slide Deck Presentation
          • Skin, hair and nails Assessment Population URL
          • Supplementary Resources
          • Review the following CDC outline of Skin Cancer URL
          • Hair, skin and nails assessment video URL

             

             

          • Quiz
          • Quiz Module 9: Lesson 3
          • Skin, Hair and Nails Assessment URL
          • Suggested Assignments
        • Module 10: Lesson 1- Assessment of musculoskeletal function

          Learning Objectives:

          • State the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system. 
          • Describe the assessment of a patient’s mobility, motor skills, gait, pain, and use of assistive devices. 
          • Discuss documentation of the musculoskeletal assessment.
          • Interpret musculoskeletal assessment findings in terms of range of motion, strength and sensory findings.

          Click here to start this lesson

          3 URLs, 1 File
          • Slide Deck Presentation
          • Musculoskeletal Function Assessment URL
          • Supplementary Resources
          • Physiology, Muscle In: StatPearls URL
          • Musculoskeletal exam video URL

             

             

          • Quiz
          • Suggested Assignments
          • M10:L1- Assessment of musculoskeletal function File 21KB PDF document
        • Module 10: Lesson 2- Assessment of a person with a disability

          Learning Objectives:

          • Identify 8 specific strategies that should be used when assessing a disabled patient. Give examples.
          • Describe 4 barriers faced by disabled populations in obtaining health care needs.

          Click here to start this lesson

          4 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
          • Slide Deck Presentation
          • Assessment of a person with a disability URL
          • Supplementary Resources
          • Review this checklist for assessing a disabled person URL
          • Journal of preventive medicine and public health URL
          • Quiz
          • Quiz Module 10: Lesson 2
          • Assessment of Patient With Disability URL
          • Suggested Assignments
          • M10:L2- Assessment of a person with a disability File 20.5KB PDF document
        • Module 10: Lesson 3- Genetic Assessment: Genogram, Genetic diseases

          Learning Objectives:
          • Explain the role of genetics with respect to cancer risk.
          • Identify the key components of a prenatal genetic assessment.
          • Explain how data about a patient’s genetics influences other data collection techniques during the completion of a health assessment.
          • Demonstrate how to develop and interpret a genogram.

          Click here to start this lesson

          5 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
          • Slide Deck Presentation
          • Genetic Assessment URL
          • Supplementary Resources
          • Review the following Fact Sheet on the Genetics of Cancer URL
          • Prenatal Genetic Screening URL
          • Review the following video on cancer and genetics URL

             

             

          • Quiz
          • Quiz Module 10: Lesson 3
          • Genetics Quiz URL
          • Suggested Assignments
          • M10:L3- Genetic Assessment: Genogram, Genetic diseases File 51.5KB PDF document
        • Module 11: Lesson 1- The general survey

          Learning Objectives:

          • Describe the purpose of the general survey. 
          • List the elements of a general survey.
          • Analyze how the nurses’ behavior during the general survey may influence the quality of the data collected during the health assessment.

          Click here to start this lesson

          3 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
          • Slide Deck Presentation
          • The General Survey URL
          • Supplementary Resources
          • Please view the following video URL

             

             

          • Quiz
          • Quiz Module 11
          • General Survey quiz URL
          • Suggested Assignments
          • M11:L1- The general survey File 18.3KB PDF document
        • Module 11: Lesson 2- Types of assessments: initial, focused, time-lapsed and emergency.

          Learning Objectives:

          • Describe the four types of person-centered assessments completed by the nurse.
          • Explain how the sequence of the content of a health assessment differs based on the type of assessment. 
          • Illustrate a situation in which each type of assessment is most appropriate.

          Click here to start this lesson

          2 URLs, 1 File
          • Slide Deck Presentation
          • Types of Assessments: Initial, Focused, Time-lapsed, Emergency URL
          • Supplementary Resources
          • Review the Royal Childrens Hospital Melbourne’s guideline for a Focused Nursing assessment and a shift assessment URL
          • Quiz
          • Suggested Assignments
          • M11:L2- Types of assessments: initial, focused, time-lapsed and emergency File 22.5KB PDF document
        • Module 12: Lesson 1- Assessment of the Elderly ( Note to author: focus on the unique aspect of collecting data on elderly persons)

          Learning Objectives:

          • Outline data collection techniques specific to the care of the elderly.
          • Differentiate between performing an assessment of a healthy adult and a healthy elderly person.
          • Explain how assessment techniques vary across the lifespan.

          Click here to start this lesson

          4 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
          • Slide Deck Presentation
          • Assessment of the Elderly URL
          • Supplementary Resources
          • Complete the Ceufast Module on Elderly: Alzheimer’s and Dementia. URL
          • Complete the Ceufast Module on Dependent Elder Abuse URL

            Discuss risk factors and strategies and community resources to support those with dependent elder.

          • Quiz
          • Quiz Module 12
          • Elderly quiz URL
          • Suggested Assignments
          • M12:L1- Assessment of the Elderly ( Note to author: focus on the unique aspect of collecting data on elderly persons) File 53.8KB PDF document
        • Module 12: Lesson 2- Pain Assessment

          Learning Objectives:

          • Students will be able to define pain.
          • Students will be able to list at least three things pain can do to impact their patient.
          • Students will be able to discuss the use of “OLD CARTS” and its role in documenting pain characteristics.
          • Students will be able to list at least two methods of pain relief they can offer their patient other than medications.

          Click here to start this lesson

          5 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
          • Slide Deck Presentation
          • Assessing Pain URL
          • Supplementary Resources
          • Complete the CEUfast Pain Assessment learning module URL
          • The following video explains taking a history of a headache using the OLD CARTS mnemonic URL

             

             

          • The following video gives an explanation of a pain assessment using the OPQRST mnemonic URL

             

             

          • Quiz
          • Quiz Module 12: Lesson 2
          • Pain Assessment Quiz URL
          • Suggested Assignments
          • M12:L2- Pain Assessment File 19.5KB PDF document
        • Module 12: Lesson 3- Nutritional Assessment

          Learning Objectives:

          • Outline the components of a nutritional assessment. 
          • Identify situations when the nurse would perform a nutritional assessment.
          • Describe how data about nutrition influences other data collection techniques during the completion of a health assessment.

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          3 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
          • Slide Deck Presentation
          • Nutritional assessment URL
          • Supplementary Resources
          • The following video is intended for a dietitian, but it gives a nice head to toe physical assessment and explanation of nutrition findings URL

             

             

          • Quiz
          • Quiz Module 12: Lesson 3
          • Suggested Assignments
          • M12:L3- Nutritional Assessment File 22.2KB PDF document
          • Nutritional assessment quiz URL
        • Module 13: Lesson 1- Psychosocial Assessment

          Learning Objectives:

          • Outline the components of a psychosocial assessment 
          • Explain the role of stress/coping, roles/relationships in the maintenance of health or development of illness.

          Click here to start this lesson

          3 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
          • Slide Deck Presentation
          • Psychosocial Assessment URL
          • Supplementary Resources
          • Complete the CEUfast Nursing Psychosocial learning module URL
          • Quiz
          • Quiz Module 13
          • Psychosocial URL
          • Suggested Assignments
          • M13:L1- Psychosocial Assessment File 20.9KB PDF document
        • Module 13: Lesson 2- Cultural Assessment

          Learning Objectives:
          • Describe how a patient’s cultural beliefs and cultural behaviors influence their health.
          • Define cultural competence.
          • Define the components of a cultural assessment.
          • Identify and apply a tool that can be used for a cultural assessment.

          Click here to start this lesson

          4 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
          • Slide Deck Presentation
          • Cultural Assessment and religious issues URL
          • Supplementary Resources
          • Review the following example of an assessment demonstrating cultural awareness URL

             

             

          • Culturally Competent Nursing Care URL

            Go to the following HHS.gov website and take course 1 of the “Culturally Competent Nursing Care”.

          • Quiz
          • Quiz Module 13: Lesson 2
          • Ethical and Cultural Issues in Community Nursing Practice URL
          • Suggested Assignments
          • M13:L2- Cultural Assessment File 20.2KB PDF document
        • Module 14: Lesson 1- Community Health Assessment (Note to author: focus on the individual)

          Learning Objectives:

          • Identify at least five attributes of community health nursing.
          • Distinguish among individual-oriented care, delivery-oriented, and population-oriented community health nursing roles.
          • Describe at least five client-oriented roles performed by community health nurses.
          • Describe at least three delivery-oriented roles performed by community health nurses. 
          • Describe at least four population-oriented roles performed by community health nurses.

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          3 URLs, 1 Quiz
          • Slide Deck Presentation
          • Community Health – Individual-Focused URL
          • Supplementary Resources
          • The role of nurses and community health workers in confronting neglected tropical diseases in Sub-Saharan Africa: a systematic review URL

            Read the following article: 

            Corley, A. G., Thornton, C. P., & Glass, N. E. (2016). The role of nurses and community health workers in confronting neglected tropical diseases in Sub-Saharan Africa: a systematic review. PLoS neglected tropical diseases, 10(9), e0004914.

          • Quiz
          • Quiz Module 14
          • Community Health Quiz URL
        • Module 14: Lesson 2- Domestic Violence Screening

          Learning Objectives:

          • Outline the components of a safety assessment. 
          • Explain strategies to earn the patient’s trust and openness when assessing for violence or abusive situations. 
          • Discuss the ethical and legal implications of having knowledge about potentially dangerous situations.

          Click here to start this lesson

          4 URLs, 1 Quiz, 1 File
          • Slide Deck Presentation
          • Domestic Violence Screening URL
          • Supplementary Resources
          • Attitudes towards domestic violence in 49 low-and middle-income countries: A gendered analysis of prevalence and country-level correlates URL

            Read the following study: 

            Sardinha, L., & Catalán, H. E. N. (2018). Attitudes towards domestic violence in 49 low-and middle-income countries: A gendered analysis of prevalence and country-level correlates. PloS one, 13(10), e0206101.

          • Quiz
          • Quiz Module 14: Lesson 2
          • Domestic Violence URL
          • Suggested Assignments
          • M14:L2- Domestic Violence Screening File 29.5KB PDF document
          • Domestic Violence, Sexual Violence, Intimate Partner Violence URL

            Complete the CEUFAST module on this topic.



        • NI Health Assessment
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        • Course Syllabus
        • Module 1: Lesson 1- Introduction to Health Assessment
        • Module 1: Lesson 2- Performing an assessment: Environmental considerations
        • Module 1: Lesson 3- Subjective and Objective Data
        • Module 1: Lesson 4- Assessment of height, weight and vital signs
        • Module 2: Lesson 1- The Patient Interview
        • Module 2: Lesson 2- The Write-up: Validating and Documenting findings
        • Module 2: Lesson 3- Health History
        • Module 3: Lesson 1- Performing an Assessment: Assessment Techniques
        • Module 3: Lesson 2- Performing an Assessment: Equipment for assessment
        • Module 3: Lesson 3- Assessment of the thorax and lungs
        • Module 4: Lesson 1- Heart Assessment Part 1: Basic structure and function, Adults & Elderly
        • Module 4: Lesson 2- Heart Assessment Part 2: Infants and Children
        • Module 4: Lesson 3- Assessment of peripheral circulation
        • Module 5: Lesson 1- Assessment of the abdomen
        • Module 5: Lesson 2- Assessment of female GU system
        • Module 5: Lesson 3- Assessment of male GU system
        • Module 6: Lesson 1- Assessment of Cranial Nerves
        • Module 6: Lesson 2- Assessment of neuro function (CNS/PNS)
        • Module 6: Lesson 3- Assessment of the eyes and vision
        • Module 7: Remedial learning week
        • Module 8: Lesson 1- Assessment of the head and neck (including lymph)
        • Module 8: Lesson 2- Assessment of the ears and nose
        • Module 8: Lesson 3- Assessment of the mouth and throat
        • Module 9: Lesson 1- Assessment of the Lymphatic System
        • Module 9: Lesson 2- Assessment of the breast
        • Module 9: Lesson 3- Assessment of the skin, hair and nails
        • Module 10: Lesson 1- Assessment of musculoskeletal function
        • Module 10: Lesson 2- Assessment of a person with a disability
        • Module 10: Lesson 3- Genetic Assessment: Genogram, Genetic diseases
        • Module 11: Lesson 1- The general survey
        • Module 11: Lesson 2- Types of assessments: initial, focused, time-lapsed and emergency.
        • Module 12: Lesson 1- Assessment of the Elderly ( Note to author: focus on the unique aspect of collecting data on elderly persons)
        • Module 12: Lesson 2- Pain Assessment
        • Module 12: Lesson 3- Nutritional Assessment
        • Module 13: Lesson 1- Psychosocial Assessment
        • Module 13: Lesson 2- Cultural Assessment
        • Module 14: Lesson 1- Community Health Assessment (Note to author: focus on the individual)
        • Module 14: Lesson 2- Domestic Violence Screening
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