NUR2445

Clinical assessment in nursing ( 6 points, SCA Band 0, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Ms Jill French

Offered:
Gippsland Second semester 2005 (OCL)
Hong Kong Second semester 2005 (OCL)
Malaysia Second semester 2005 (OCL)
Papua New Guinea Second semester 2005 (OCL)
Singapore Second semester 2005 (OCL)

Synopsis: The aim of this unit is to provide registered nurses with a comprehensive foundation for the assessment of clients' health status in order to determine and deliver competent nursing care based upon the goals of health restoration, maintenance and promotion.

Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be expected to be able to: 1. analyse health assessment data using a problem solving approach in order to develop an appropriate plan for client care; 2. relate the concept of holistic health to nursing health assessment and nursing practice; 3. identify communication skills that will enhance the nurse/client therapeutic relationship; 4. discuss the importance of using a practical framework for delivering appropriate client care; 5. completely assess and record a client's health history; and 6. perform and document a systematic physical assessment.

Assessment: Assignment: 30% + Assignment: 30% + Exam: 40%