NURSNG 16 - Physical Assessment

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    Credits
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    Prerequisite
    NURSNG 10, NURSNG 10L or equivalent.
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    The focus of this course is to enable the student to further develop techniques of physical assessment. It includes a description of fundamental assessment techniques including measurement of vital signs, then details assessment procedures and findings for specific body systems. The examination techniques presented are related primarily to adult patients. Gerontological considerations are included for each body system, with a focus on identifying normal age-related variations.