Hobart, Launceston, Rozelle - Sydney, Darlinghurst - Sydney
This unit has been discontinued.
Enrolment in this unit is dependent on availability
Introduction
This unit introduces students to human growth and physical development, major body systems and health assessment across the lifespan. Approaches to health assessment will be introduced, with the integration of foundational anatomy and physiology. Students will begin to develop the capacity to utilise a clinical reasoning framework and person-centred approach to conduct a focused health interview, perform physical assessments and communicate assessment findings.
Summary 2020
| Unit name | Health Assessment 1 |
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| Unit code | CNA152 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Nursing |
| Discipline | Nursing |
| Coordinator | Kimberley Hymas and Kylie Hoffman |
| Available as student elective? | No |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Fees
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 13 weeks content 2 x 50 minute lecture weekly 2 x 50 minute simulated learning environments weekly |
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| Assessment | Online quizzes 15% Vital signs competency assessment (skills assessment and clinical reasoning report) 40% Applied anatomy and skills exam 45%Professional Portfolio activities (pass/fail) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | Please refer to the Co-op bookshop links below for details of any required or recommended textbooks |
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