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Nursing Studies - The Physical Examination
time1.5-3hrs
timebeginner level
This free online Nursing Studies course will teach you how to carry out the most important functions and roles of a modern nurse. You will be shown how the nursing professional can best support both the patient and the physician during physical examinations and measurements of patient vital signs, and you will also gain an overview of the main duties of modern nurses. This will help you to boost your existing nursing skills in no time at all.
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Nursing Studies - The Physical Examination
Learn about patient care and the procedures and techniques used in modern nursing with this free nursing course.
This free online Nursing Studies course will teach you how to carry out the most important functions and roles of a modern nurse. You will be shown how the nursing professional can best support both the patient and the physician during physical examinations and measurements of patient vital signs, and you will also gain an overview of the main duties of modern nurses. This will help you to boost your existing nursing skills in no time at all.
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Module 1
6 Lessons
Module 1: The Physical Examination
This module will teach you about the systematic approach to conducting an effective physical examination. It also discusses the vital role of the nursing professional in preparing and supporting the patient.
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1.Learning Outcomes
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2.The Function of the Physical Examination
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3.The Role of the Practical Nurse During a Physical Examination
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4.Positioning of the Patient During a Physical Examination
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5.Body Systems Examined and Evaluated
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6.Lesson Summary
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Module 2
4 Lessons
Module 2: Specimen Collection
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Module 3
7 Lessons
Module 3: The Physical Assessment
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Module 4
5 Lessons
Module 4: Measuring Vital Signs
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Module 5
1 Lessons
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