NUR 600 Physical Assessment in Anesthesia Practice 1

Lectures, demonstrations, group discussions and simulations are presented to develop the skills of the student nurse anesthetist in obtaining a comprehensive health history along with the cognitive and psychomotor techniques needed in the performance of advanced physical assessment. The assessment of the airway, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems including 12-lead EKGs and chest x-rays on patients throughout their lifespans includes the skills necessary to perform inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation. Students participate in simulated laboratory experiences. 2 credit hours