NR 305 Week 3 Assignment: Cardiovascular Assessment

NR 305 Week 3 Assignment: Cardiovascular Assessment

Student Name

Chamberlain University

NR-305: RN Health Assessment

Prof. Name

Date

Week 3 Assignment: Cardiovascular Assessment: Michael Granger (iHuman)

Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is to provide students with an opportunity to conduct a comprehensive cardiovascular assessment using a virtual patient. This exercise allows students to apply theoretical knowledge in a simulated clinical environment, enhancing their ability to perform accurate assessments, identify abnormal findings, and develop professional communication skills.

Course Outcomes

This assignment aligns with the following course outcomes:

• CO 1: Demonstrate the ability to perform a complete head-to-toe physical assessment (PO 1).

• CO 2: Differentiate between normal and abnormal findings during health assessments (PO 4).

• CO 4: Utilize effective communication techniques during patient assessments and documentation (PO 3).

• CO 5: Identify and apply collaborative strategies for health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention (POs 1, 2).

• CO 6: Exhibit professionalism and compassion in patient interactions (POs 6, 7).

Directions

To complete this assignment, follow these steps:

1. Access the Michael Granger Case Assignment in iHuman by clicking the “Load Assignment in a New Window” button located at the bottom of the assignment page. If prompted, select the option to load the case in a new browser window.

2. Complete any prework questions related to the case before beginning the assessment.

3. Conduct the virtual assessment by completing the following sections, which collectively account for 100 points. Immediate feedback will be provided for some components, while others will be graded by the instructor:

   • EHR Review

   • Health History

   • Physical Assessment

4. Record your responses to all questions in the Nurse Notes section, which will be graded by the instructor (50 points).

5. After completing the case, review your score and feedback in iHuman. Students have the option to retake the case one additional time before the submission deadline, allowing a total of two attempts to improve their score. The instructor will assign points based on the highest score achieved, with adjustments made to reflect the student’s overall performance.

Table of Assessment Components and Grading

References

American Psychological Association. (2020). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (7th ed.).

NR 305 Week 3 Assignment: Cardiovascular Assessment