POST 500 - Patient Assessment - Post Graduate

Course Description

This theoretical course is designed to assist nurses to refine their assessment skills to a higher level in order to obtain data to complete the health history and physical examination of a variety of adult clients. Assessment throughout the lifespan along with cultural and spiritual differences of adult clients will be discussed. The content will focus on culture and diversity, communication and therapeutic nurse or client relationships, safety, interviewing, history-taking, pain and physical and psychosocial assessments. The following systems respiratory, cardiovascular gastrointestinal, genito-urinary, musculoskeletal and neurological will be examined across the lifespan. Emphasis will focus on differentiating normal from abnormal findings to assist the nurse to move appropriately from data collection to nursing diagnosis. Students are expected to take an active role in group discussion, assessment, demonstrations and practice. The learning format will include in-class and online methodologies, such as lectures, reflective practice, case studies, demonstrations and critical discussions.

Why study in our Hybrid courses?

• Hands-on learning with instructors and online theory
• Practice ‘real scenarios’ in our state-of-the-art labs
• Make connections with instructors and peers
• for an enriched learning experience
• Condensed courses to help fast-track you into your career
• Receive regular feedback to improve your skills
• Students report high level of confidence after our simulation lab experiences

Why study in our Online Courses?

• Easy-to-navigate modules for student-focused learning>
• 14 week courses allow for achievable timelines
• Synchronous lessons throughout courses
• Instructor available for individual student questions, in a variety of formats
• Various assessments such as videos, interactive quizzes

This course is delivered online and includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Learners are required to attend scheduled online sessions once per week (7 hours for condensed 7-week courses and 3 hours for regular 14-week courses). Some sections may include a hybrid delivery with mandatory on-site sessions.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Nephrology Nursing - RN : Compulsory
• Nephrology Nursing - RPN : Compulsory
• Theoretical Foundations of Emergency Nursing : Compulsory