The integration of nursing theory utilizing didactic teachings as it relates to the comprehensive history and physical of clients across the life span will be utilized. Students will perform wellness-oriented screening of both the comprehensive and focused history and physical's. Emphasis will be placed on the mastery of advanced interviewing techniques, development of advanced psychomoter skills, and diagnostic reasoning in the context of differential diagnosis of common problems. The course is taught within the context of holism and cultural diversity and includes the client, family, and community in the assessment process.
Clinical experience is offered with clients across the life span.
Incorporate diagnostic reason skills in assessment, differential diagnosis, and medical diagnosis. Evaluate interpersonal skills and physical assessment skills with clients. Communicate the health history, physical assessment, differential diagnosis, developmental stages, and health promotion verbally and in writing, and using appropriate terminology and format. Participate in collaborative relationships with colleagues and health care providers. Assume responsibility for professional practice.