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Health Assessment
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◄ The General Survey
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Peer Corner
Theory Syllabus
Practicum Syllabus
Introduction to health assessment
Admission Assessment and Examination
Barriers of physical assessment skills among nursing students in Arab Peninsula
M1: L1- Introduction to Health Assessment
Assessment: Environmental Considerations
Self-Awareness as a Therapeutic Tool for Nurse/Client Relationship
Quiz Module 1: Lesson 2
M1: L2- Performing an assessment: Environmental considerations
Subjective, and objective data
Subjective Data Vs. Objective Data in Nursing
Subjective vs Objective Data (2 minutes)
Quiz Module 1: Lesson 3
M1: L3- Subjective and Objective Data
Height, Weight and Vital signs
Demonstrating vital sign assessment (9 minutes)
Quiz Module 1: Lesson 4
M1: L4- Assessment of height, weight and vital signs
M1:L4 Suggested Assignments
The patient interview
Age Specific Practice learning module
Active Listening
Here is a 2 minute YouTube video that shows a patient interview that could use some improvement:
Here is a 2 minute YouTube video of an interview that was done well:
Quiz Module 2
M2 L1: The Patient Interview
M2:L1- The Patient Interview
Write up validate and document
Medical Documentation learning module
M2:L2- The Write-up: Validating and Documenting findings
Health-History
Example of a health history interview
Quiz Module 2: Lesson 3
M2 L3: Health History
M2:L3 -Health History Activity
Performing Assessment technique
Techniques of Physical Assessment
Inspection, Palpation, Auscultation, Interpretation technique overview
Quiz Module 3
Health Assessment Techniques quiz
M3:L1- Performing an Assessment: Assessment Techniques
Assessment equipment
Quiz Module 3: Lesson 2
M3 L2: Performing an Assessment: Equipment for assessment
M3: L2- Performing an Assessment: Equipment for assessment
Thorax and lungs assessment
The following video demonstrates an assessment of the thorax and lungs
Quiz Module 3: Lesson 3
Module 3: Lesson 3- Assessment of the thorax and lungs
Heart Assessment
Cardiac Emergencies: Assessment, Angina, and MI
This is a 1 minute video reviewing the basics of how the blood flows through the heart/lungs
The following video demonstrates and explains basic adult heart assessment
Quiz Module 4
M4: L1- Heart Assessment Part 1: Basic structure and function, Adults & Elderly
Heart Assess Infants and children
Baby circulation right after birth
Review the following graphic on neonatal circulation:
Congenital heart disease symptoms
Rheumatic fever
Quiz Module 4: Lesson 2
Heart Assessment Quiz
M4:L2- Heart Assessment Part 2: Infants and Children
Peripheral circulation assessment
The following video is a review of peripheral circulation
The following video demonstrates an assessment of peripheral vascular system
Quiz Module 4: Lesson 3
M4: L3- Assessment of peripheral circulation
M4:L3- Assessment of peripheral circulation
Abdominal Assessment
Abdominal assessment
Quiz Module 5
Abdominal assessment quiz
Female genital assessment
The following video gives an overview/review of the system Female GU system
Quiz Module 5: Lesson 2
Female OBGYN Quiz
Male Genital Assessment
View the following image
Quiz Module 5: Lesson 3
Male GU Quiz
A Crainal Nerve assessment
The following video is a visual/explanation of function of cranial nerves
The following video demonstrates the assessment/testing of cranial nerves
Quiz Module 6
M 6: L1- Assessment of Cranial Nerves
Neurologic Assessment
Simplifying neurologic assessment
Quiz Module 6: Lesson 2
M 6: L 2- Assessment of neuro function (CNS/PNS)
Eyes and vision assessment
View the following video eyes
Visual Acuity Test with Snellen Eye Chart Exam
Quiz Module 6: Lesson 3
M6:L3- Assessment of the eyes and vision
eye vision quiz
Head & Neck
The following video demonstrates an assessment of head and neck including lymph glands
Quiz Module 8
Head and Neck Quiz
Ear and Nose Exam Health Assessment
The following video demonstrates an assessment of the ears
Quiz Module 8: Lesson 2
M 8: L 2- Assessment of the ears and nose
Mouth and Throat
Cleft Lip
Epiglottitis
Pharyngitis
Lip and Oral Cavity Cancer Treatment (Adult) (PDQ®)
Quiz Module 8: Lesson 3
Mouth and Throad Quiz
Lymphatic system assessment
Lymphatic System: Facts, Functions & Diseases
Anatomy, Lymphatic System
Quiz Module 9
Lymphatic system Quiz
Breast Assessment
Breast Cancer Prevention and Control
Female breast anatomy drawing (not an actual photo)
Anatomy, Thorax, Breast
Breast self exam video (fully clothed) by a physician
Quiz Module 9: Lesson 2
Breast Assessment Quiz
Skin, hair and nails Assessment Population
Review the following CDC outline of Skin Cancer
Hair, skin and nails assessment video
Quiz Module 9: Lesson 3
Skin, Hair and Nails Assessment
Musculoskeletal Function Assessment
Physiology, Muscle In: StatPearls
Musculoskeletal exam video
M10:L1- Assessment of musculoskeletal function
Assessment of a person with a disability
Review this checklist for assessing a disabled person
Journal of preventive medicine and public health
Quiz Module 10: Lesson 2
Assessment of Patient With Disability
M10:L2- Assessment of a person with a disability
Genetic Assessment
Review the following Fact Sheet on the Genetics of Cancer
Prenatal Genetic Screening
Review the following video on cancer and genetics
Quiz Module 10: Lesson 3
Genetics Quiz
M10:L3- Genetic Assessment: Genogram, Genetic diseases
The General Survey
General Survey quiz
M11:L1- The general survey
Types of Assessments: Initial, Focused, Time-lapsed, Emergency
Review the Royal Childrens Hospital Melbourne’s guideline for a Focused Nursing assessment and a shift assessment
M11:L2- Types of assessments: initial, focused, time-lapsed and emergency
Assessment of the Elderly
Complete the Ceufast Module on Elderly: Alzheimer’s and Dementia.
Complete the Ceufast Module on Dependent Elder Abuse
Quiz Module 12
Elderly quiz
M12:L1- Assessment of the Elderly ( Note to author: focus on the unique aspect of collecting data on elderly persons)
Assessing Pain
Complete the CEUfast Pain Assessment learning module
The following video explains taking a history of a headache using the OLD CARTS mnemonic
The following video gives an explanation of a pain assessment using the OPQRST mnemonic
Quiz Module 12: Lesson 2
Pain Assessment Quiz
M12:L2- Pain Assessment
Nutritional assessment
The following video is intended for a dietitian, but it gives a nice head to toe physical assessment and explanation of nutrition findings
Quiz Module 12: Lesson 3
M12:L3- Nutritional Assessment
Nutritional assessment quiz
Psychosocial Assessment
Complete the CEUfast Nursing Psychosocial learning module
Quiz Module 13
Psychosocial
M13:L1- Psychosocial Assessment
Cultural Assessment and religious issues
Review the following example of an assessment demonstrating cultural awareness
Culturally Competent Nursing Care
Quiz Module 13: Lesson 2
Ethical and Cultural Issues in Community Nursing Practice
M13:L2- Cultural Assessment
Community Health – Individual-Focused
The role of nurses and community health workers in confronting neglected tropical diseases in Sub-Saharan Africa: a systematic review
Quiz Module 14
Community Health Quiz
Domestic Violence Screening
Attitudes towards domestic violence in 49 low-and middle-income countries: A gendered analysis of prevalence and country-level correlates
Quiz Module 14: Lesson 2
Domestic Violence
M14:L2- Domestic Violence Screening
Domestic Violence, Sexual Violence, Intimate Partner Violence
General Survey quiz ►
NI Health Assessment
Course Home Page
How to create an account and enroll in the course?
Health Assessment Home page
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
Final Exam
Course and Self Evaluation & Certificate
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