NR305 Health Assessment for the Practicing RN
Week 2 Discussion
Reflection on the Nurse’s Role in Health Assessment
Purpose
The purpose of this reflection is for learners to reflect on the nurse's role in health assessment in various care settings.
Course Outcomes
This reflection enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:
CO 1: Demonstrate a head to toe physical assessment. (PO 1)
CO 3: Describe physical, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual influences on an individual's health status. (PO 1)
Directions
Reflection is an activity that involves your deep thought into your own experiences related to the concepts of the week. Answers should be detailed.
Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers.
Scholarly sources are NOT required for this reflection
Reflection Questions
Reflect on your current or prior practice setting.
Paragraph One: Briefly describe the type(s) of nursing health assessments you commonly perform.
Explain how your nursing health assessments are focused or comprehensive.
Provide examples of key subjective and objective data collected by nurses in this setting.
Paragraph Two: Describe the typical patient population in your practice setting.
What are some special considerations that you have used for obtaining an accurate health history and physical assessment in this patient population?
Examples may include age, lifestyle, financial status, health status, culture, religion, or spiritual practices.
NR305 Health Assessment for the Practicing RN
Week 3 Discussion
Debriefing of the Week 2 iHuman Wellness Assignment
Purpose
The purpose of this debriefing is to re-examine the experience completing the Week 2 iHuman wellness assessment assignment while engaging in dialogue with faculty and peers. In the debriefings, students:
Reflect on the simulation activity
Share what went well and consider alternative actions
Engage in meaningful dialogue with classmates
Express opinions clearly and logically, in a professional manner
Course Outcomes
This debriefing enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:
CO 2: Differentiate between normal and abnormal health assessment findings. (PO 4)
CO 3: Describe physical, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual influences on an individual's health status. (PO 4)
CO 4: Demonstrate effective communication skills during health assessment and documentation. (PO 3)
Directions
Debriefing is an activity that involves thinking critically about your own experiences related to the virtual simulation you completed. Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers.
Scholarly sources are NOT required for this reflection
Debriefing
Use the following format to reflect on the Week 2 iHuman Wellness Assessment. This was the Luciana Gonzalez case.
Paragraph One: What went well for you in the simulation? Provide examples of when you felt knowledgeable and confident in your skills. Do you feel the scenario was realistic? Why or why not?
Paragraph Two: What would you do differently next time? Describe at least one area you identified where improvements could be made. Were you surprised by any of the feedback you were provided by iHuman? If yes, please explain.
Paragraph Three: What did you learn from this simulation? Or, what did this simulation reinforce that you found valuable? Do you have any questions related to the scenario?
NR305 Health Assessment for the Practicing RN
Week 4 Discussion
Debriefing of Week 3 iHuman Cardiovascular Assessment
Purpose
The purpose of this debriefing is to re-examine the experience completing the Week 3 iHuman Cardiovascular Assessment assignment while engaging in dialogue with faculty and peers. In the debriefings, students:
Reflect on the simulation activity
Share what went well and consider alternative actions
Engage in meaningful dialogue with classmates
Express opinions clearly and logically, in a professional manner
Course Outcomes
This debriefing enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:
CO 2: Differentiate between normal and abnormal health assessment findings. (PO 4)
CO 3: Describe physical, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual influences on an individual's health status. (PO 1)
CO 4: Demonstrate effective communication skills during health assessment and documentation. (PO 3)
Directions
Debriefing is an activity that involves thinking critically about your own experiences related to the virtual simulation you completed. Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers.
Scholarly sources are NOT required for this reflection
Debriefing
Use the following format to reflect on the Week 3 iHuman Cardiovascular assignment. This was the Michael Granger case.
Paragraph One: What went well for you in the simulation? Provide examples of when you felt knowledgeable and confident in your skills. Do you feel the scenario was realistic? Why or why not?
Paragraph Two: What would you do differently next time? Describe at least one area you identified where improvements could be made. Were you surprised by any of the feedback you were provided by iHuman? If yes, please explain.
Paragraph Three: What did you learn from this simulation? Or, what did this simulation reinforce that you found valuable? Do you have any questions related to the scenario?
NR305 Health Assessment for the Practicing RN
Week 5 Discussion
Debriefing of Week 4 iHuman Neurovascular Assessment
Purpose
The purpose of this debriefing is to re-examine the experience completing the Week 4 iHuman Neurovascular Assessment assignment while engaging in dialogue with faculty and peers. In the debriefings, students:
Reflect on the simulation activity
Share what went well and consider alternative actions
Engage in meaningful dialogue with classmates
Express opinions clearly and logically, in a professional manner
Course Outcomes
This debriefing enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:
CO 2: Differentiate between normal and abnormal health assessment findings. (PO 4)
CO 3: Describe physical, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual influences on an individual's health status. (PO 1)
CO 4: Demonstrate effective communication skills during health assessment and documentation. (PO 3)
Directions
Debriefing is an activity that involves thinking critically about your own experiences related to the virtual simulation you completed. Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers.
Scholarly sources are NOT required for this reflection
Debriefing
Use the following format to reflect on the Week 4 iHuman Neurovascular Assessment assignment. This was the Athena Washington case.
Paragraph One: What went well for you in the simulation? Provide examples of when you felt knowledgeable and confident in your skills. Do you feel the scenario was realistic? Why or why not?
Paragraph Two: What would you do differently next time? Describe at least one area you identified where improvements could be made. Were you surprised by any of the feedback you were provided by iHuman? If yes, please explain.
Paragraph Three: What did you learn from this simulation? Or, what did this simulation reinforce that you found valuable? Do you have any questions related to the scenario?
NR305 Health Assessment for the Practicing RN
Week 6 Discussion
Reflection on Nursing Assessment for Violence
Purpose
The purpose of this reflection is for learners to reflect on the nurse's role in health assessment in various care settings.
Course Outcomes
This reflection enables the student to meet the following course outcome:
CO 3: Describe physical, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual influences on an individual's health status. (PO 1)
Directions
Reflection is an activity that involves your deep thought into your own experiences related to the concepts of the week. Answers should be detailed.
Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers.
Scholarly sources are NOT required for this reflection
Reflection Questions
Reflect on your current or prior practice experiences.
Paragraph One
Patients of any age, gender, cultural background or socio-economic status can be victims of violence. Consider a patient population you are currently working with or have worked with in the past. For what type of violence might they be at risk? What are some related findings that might alert you to investigate further?
Paragraph Two
Screening for signs of violence and abuse is a part of patient health history assessments. Have you observed the questions being asked by nurses or have you asked them to patients? Do you believe these screenings are typically completed in detail? Explain your answer.
NR305 Health Assessment for the Practicing RN
Week 7 Discussion
Debriefing of Week 6 iHuman Mental Health Assessment
Purpose
The purpose of this debriefing is to re-examine the experience completing the Week 6 iHuman Mental Health Assessment assignment while engaging in dialogue with faculty and peers. In the debriefings, students:
Reflect on the simulation activity
Share what went well and consider alternative actions
Engage in meaningful dialogue with classmates
Express opinions clearly and logically, in a professional manner
Course Outcomes
This debriefing enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:
CO 2: Differentiate between normal and abnormal health assessment findings. (PO 4)
CO 3: Describe physical, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual influences on an individual's health status. (PO 1)
CO 4: Demonstrate effective communication skills during health assessment and documentation. (PO 3)
Directions
Debriefing is an activity that involves thinking critically about your own experiences related to the virtual simulation you completed. Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers.
Scholarly sources are NOT required for this reflection
Debriefing
Use the following format to reflect on the Week 7 iHuman Mental Health Assessment assignment.
Paragraph One: What went well for you in the simulation? Provide examples of when you felt knowledgeable and confident in your skills. Do you feel the scenario was realistic? Why or why not?
Paragraph Two: What would you do differently next time? Describe at least one area you identified where improvements could be made. Were you surprised by any of the feedback you were provided by iHuman? If yes, please explain.
Paragraph Three: What did you learn from this simulation? Or, what did this simulation reinforce that you found valuable? Do you have any questions related to the scenario?
NR305 Health Assessment for the Practicing RN
Week 8 Discussion
Reflection on End of Life Care
Purpose
The purpose of this reflection is for learners to apply this week's lesson on assessment at end of life to past practice experiences, and to consider how knowledge gained this week might shape future practice.
Course Outcomes
This reflection enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:
CO 2: Differentiate between normal and abnormal health assessment findings. (PO 4)
CO 3: Describe physical, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual influences on an individual's health status. (PO 1)
CO 6: Demonstrate professional behavior and caring during patient interactions. (POs 6, 7)
Directions
Reflection is an activity that involves your deep thought into your own experiences related to the concepts of the week. Answers should be detailed.
Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers. Note that no scholarly sources are required for this reflection.
Reflection
Share with your classmates a time when you cared for a patient at the end of their life. This may be a time when you assisted the patient (or their support system) with decisions related to end of life care; or a time when you were present for the death of a patient.
What were your observations related to this experience?
Do you believe it was a peaceful death?
What went well?
Can you think of anything that could have made the experience better for the patient and/or family?
NR305 Health Assessment for the Practicing RN
Week 2 Assignment
Wellness Assessment: Luciana Gonzalez (iHuman)
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is for learners to demonstrate completing a comprehensive wellness assessment on a virtual patient.
Course Outcomes
This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:
CO 1: Demonstrate a head to toe physical assessment. (PO 1)
CO 2: Differentiate between normal and abnormal health assessment findings. (PO 4)
CO 4: Demonstrate effective communication skills during health assessment and documentation. (PO 3)
CO 5: Identify collaborative opportunities for health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention. (POs 1, 2)
CO 6: Demonstrate caring and professional behavior during patient interactions. (POs 6, 7)
Late Assignment Policy
If the assignment is not submitted by due date, a late deduction will be applied. See rubric below.
Directions
Access the Luciana Gonzalez Case Assignment in iHuman by clicking on the "Load Assignment in a New Window" button at the bottom of this assignment page. If prompted, select to load the case in a new browser window.
Note: It may take a few moments for iHuman cases to load in your web browser, so please be patient.
Complete the prework questions associated with the case.
Begin the case and complete these sections: (100 points total, immediate feedback/grade will be provided to you by iHuman when complete)
EHR Review
Health History
Physical Assessment
Type your responses to the questions in the Nurse Notes section in the box provided (50 points, graded by instructor after submission).
Review the score and feedback provided by iHuman. You have the option to complete this case a second time before the submission deadline (total of 2 attempts) to improve your score. Your highest score will be recorded in the grade book.
The Nurse Notes will be graded by your instructor and will be a separate grade in the grade book.
iHuman Support
Support Desk hours and a contact link are available by clicking the link below.
iHuman Support
Assistance with iHuman is always available to you by clicking the menu within the case and selecting "Help" from the drop down list.
**Academic Integrity**
Chamberlain College of Nursing values honesty and integrity. All students should be aware of the Academic Integrity policy and follow it in all discussions and assignments.
By submitting this assignment, I pledge on my honor that all content contained is my own original work except as quoted and cited appropriately. I have not received any unauthorized assistance on this assignment.
NR305 Health Assessment for the Practicing RN
Week 3 Assignment
Cardiovascular Assessment Michael Granger (iHuman)
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is for learners to demonstrate completing a cardiovascular assessment on a virtual patient.
Course Outcomes
This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcome:
CO 1: Demonstrate a head to toe physical assessment. (PO 1)
CO 2: Differentiate between normal and abnormal health assessment findings. (PO 4)
CO 4: Demonstrate effective communication skills during health assessment and documentation. (PO 3)
CO 5: Identify collaborative opportunities for health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention. (POs 1, 2)
CO 6: Demonstrate professional behavior and caring during patient interactions. (POs 6, 7)
Late Assignment Policy
If the assignment is not submitted by due date, a late deduction will be applied. See rubric below.
Directions
Access the Michael Granger Case Assignment in iHuman by clicking on the "Load Assignment in a New Window" button at the bottom of this assignment page. If prompted, select to load the case in a new browser window.
Note: It may take a few moments for iHuman cases to load in your web browser, so please be patient.
Complete the prework questions associated with the case.
Begin the case and complete these sections: (100 points total, immediate feedback/grade will be provided to you by iHuman when complete)
EHR Review
Health History
Physical Assessment
Type your responses to the questions in the Nurse Notes section in the box provided. (50 points, graded by instructor after submission)
Review the score and feedback provided by iHuman. You have the option to complete this case a second time before the submission deadline (total of 2 attempts) to improve your score. Your highest score will be recorded in the grade book.
The Nurse Notes will be graded by your instructor and will be a separate grade in the grade book.
iHuman Support
Support Desk hours and a contact link are available by clicking the link below.
iHuman Support
Assistance with iHuman is always available to you by clicking the menu within the case and selecting "Help" from the drop down list.
NR305 Health Assessment for the Practicing RN
Week 4 Assignment
Neurovascular Assessment: Athena Washington (iHuman)
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is for learners to demonstrate completing a neurovascular assessment on a virtual patient.
Course Outcomes
This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:
CO 1: Demonstrate a head to toe physical assessment. (PO 1)
CO 2: Differentiate between normal and abnormal health assessment findings. (PO 4)
CO 4: Demonstrate effective communication skills during health assessment and documentation. (PO 3)
CO 5: Identify collaborative opportunities for health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention. (POs 1, 2)
CO 6: Demonstrate professional behavior and caring during patient interactions. (POs 6, 7)
Late Assignment Policy
If the assignment is not submitted by due date, a late deduction will be applied. See rubric below.
Directions
Access the Athena Washington Case Assignment in iHuman by clicking on the "Load Assignment in a New Window" button at the bottom of this assignment page. If prompted, select to load the case in a new browser window.
Note: It may take a few moments for iHuman cases to load in your web browser, so please be patient.
Complete the prework questions associated with the case.
Begin the case and complete these sections: (100 points total, immediate feedback/grade will be provided to you by iHuman when complete)
EHR Review
Health History
Physical Assessment
Type your responses to the questions in the Nurse Notes section in the box provided (50 points, graded by instructor after submission).
Review the score and feedback provided by iHuman. You have the option to complete this case a second time before the submission deadline (total of 2 attempts) to improve your score. Your highest score will be recorded in the grade book.
The Nurse Notes will be graded by your instructor and will be a separate grade in the grade book.
iHuman Support
Support Desk hours and a contact link are available by clicking the link below.
iHuman Support
Assistance with iHuman is always available to you by clicking the menu within the case and selecting "Help" from the drop down list.
NR305 Health Assessment for the Practicing RN
Week 6 Assignment
Mental Health Assessment: Amka Oxendine (iHuman)
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is for learners to demonstrate completing a mental health assessment on a virtual patient.
Course Outcomes
This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcome:
CO 1: Demonstrate a head to toe physical assessment. (PO 1)
CO 2: Differentiate between normal and abnormal health assessment findings. (PO 4)
CO 3: Describe physical, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual influences on an individual's health status. (PO 1)
CO 4: Demonstrate effective communication skills during health assessment and documentation. (PO 3)
CO 5: Identify collaborative opportunities for health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention. (POs 1, 2)
CO 6: Demonstrate professional behavior and caring during patient interactions. (POs 6, 7)
Late Assignment Policy
If the assignment is not submitted by due date, a late deduction will be applied. See rubric below.
Directions
Access the Amka Oxendine Case Assignment in iHuman by clicking on the "Load Assignment in a New Window" button at the bottom of this assignment page. If prompted, select to load the case in a new browser window.
Note: It may take a few moments for iHuman cases to load in your web browser, so please be patient.
Complete the prework questions associated with the case.
Begin the case and complete these sections: (100 points total, immediate feedback/grade will be provided to you by iHuman when complete)
EHR Review
Health History
Physical Assessment
Type your responses to the questions in the Nurse Notes section in the box provided (50 points, graded by instructor after submission).
Review the score and feedback provided by iHuman. You have the option to complete this case a second time before the submission deadline (total of 2 attempts) to improve your score. Your highest score will be recorded in the grade book.
The Nurse Notes will be graded by your instructor and will be a separate grade in the grade book.
iHuman Support
Support Desk hours and a contact link are available by clicking the link below.
iHuman Support
Assistance with iHuman is always available to you by clicking the menu within the case and selecting "Help" from the drop down list.
