Title: Assessment of the Cardiovascular System
Course: NUR 2710C Adult Health Nursing II > Section: Module 1:1 Cardiovascular

Introduction

This module through readings and activities will examine key elements of the nursing health assessment process as it involves the cardiac patient.

Objectives

Upon completion of this module, the student will be able to:

Demonstrate understanding of the various components of health assessment as they pertain to cardiac nursing. (SLO 2,4)

Conduct a full cardiac assessment. (SLO 2,4)

Articulate understanding of the relationship between psychosocial assessment of the client and family and other more traditional elements of the cardiac assessment. (SLO 2,4)

Standards

This Module maps to the following Standards:

1.    Use effective communication skills appropriate for nursing
2.    Apply clinical judgment in providing care throughout the lifecycle using the nursing process
3.    Demonstrate a commitment to ethical/legal practice and continuous learning for personal and professional growth
4.    Provide competent and safe client care in health care settings
5.    Engage in teaching and learning with clients throughout the lifecycle

Readings & Resources

Assessment of the Cardiovascular System

Additional Resources

Circulatory Blood System (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1RtfAL9oI4)

Cardiac Cycle (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rguztY8aqpk)

Murmurs (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvtBpnV_lOE)

Heart Sounds (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrdZhCXtc7Q)

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