NUR 230 - Physical Assessment & Phathophysiology Degree Completion

Institution:

California Baptist University

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Description:

Emphasis on complementary knowledge development in life sciences, as they relate to global health. Understanding of basic pathophysiology including disease processes, prevention, clinical signs and symptoms, secondary effects and methods of treatment, will enable health professionals to collaborate and provide curative and rehabilitative services.The study of scientific principles assists in developing critical thinking and analytic methods of inquiry for nursing practice. This course builds upon the general principles of anatomy/physiology studied as a nursing prerequisite. Presentation of a pathophysiological problem through a research paper is required. The effects of psychosocial stimuli on disease will be discussed.A global approach to disease will be emphasized. Students are expected to look at vital statistics of disease and research results in a critical manner. The course includes two (2) credit hours theory including 1hour practicum and focuses on helping students acquire skills to conduct a comprehensive health assessment. The process of data collection, interpretation, documentation and dissemination of assessment data will be addressed. The practicum provides students with the opportunity to use interview, observation, percussion, palpation, inspection and auscultation in assessing clients across the lifespan in simulated and actual settings.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.calbaptist.edu

Phone Number:

(951) 689-5771

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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