TERM 2241 – WINTER 2024

Course & Section Code: PNE 203 N1N

Course Name:
Course Start & End Dates:
Learning Mode:
Q&A / Virtual Office Hour:
Instructor Name & Email:
Health Assessment for Practical Nurses
January 14, 2024- April 21, 2024
Hybrid (H)
For a f ull description, visit the Learning Modes page
Tatyana Nichkasova. Tatyana.Nichkasova@senecapolytechnic.ca

Seneca’s campuses are located on the Land stewarded by Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, and Wendat Nations. We acknowledge
Treaty 13 (Toronto Purchase) signed with the Mississauga of the Credit First Nation, and the Williams Treaty, signed with multiple
Mississauga and Chippewa First Nations. We are all interconnected as treaty people with shared obligation to learn, respect,
honour, and sustain. Today, this land continues to be home for many diverse Indigenous people, including First Nations, Métis and
Inuit. We are grateful for the continuous and unceasing Indigenous stewardship of these lands and waters.
Land Acknowledgement Video

Enter a welcome message.

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Course Outline (Full course outline available here)

Course Learning Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
Outcomes (CLOs):
Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, the student will demonstrate the ability to:
1. Obtain a holistic health history of the adult client, including physical, emotional, psychological, cognitive,
social, spiritual, developmental, information and educational status and needs, using appropriate
interviewing techniques and EHR GO database.
2. Integrate transcultural considerations into health assessment, including Aboriginal and LGBTQ cultures, and
demonstrate behaviours that reflect the needs of individuals and acceptance of each person as a unique
and diverse individual.
3. Apply critical thinking and knowledge of anatomy and physiology when assessing and interpreting the
results of Subjective and objective assessments
4. Describe and perform the following physical examination techniques in a safe and effective manner;
observation, inspection, palpation and auscultation
5. Use appropriate equipment for health assessment
6. Perform individualized assessments and interpret assessment data for persons within identified
developmental groups in order to differentiate between health assessment findings which are within
normal limits and those which are abnormal findings
7. Use a systematic approach, with correct terminology and abbreviations, to accurately document and report
health assessment findings
8. Promotes client’s rights by obtaining consent and maintaining client privacy, confidentiality when
performing nursing assessments and utilizing client data
9. Recognize when there is the need to perform a more in-depth assessment and/or involve a more
experienced Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) or other health care professionals to
complete an assessment and/or interpret assessment data
CNO

Prescribed Text: Jarvis, C. (2019). Physical examination and health assessment. (3rd Cdn. ed.). Toronto, ON: Saunders.
Optional Text
Jarvis, C. (2019). Pocket companion for physical examination and health assessment: (3rd Cdn. ed.). Toronto,
ON: Saunder

Visit the Seneca Bookstore for more information.

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Modes of Evaluation:

Evaluation Contents Covered Weight of Final grade

Test # 1 Inclusive 1,2,3 ,4 (weeks) 20 %
Test # 2 Inclusive 7, 8, 9, 10 (weeks) 20 %
Demonstration of Health Assessment Lab Application 10 %
Component
Final Practical Exam Final head-to-Toe Assessment Video 25 %
Final Exam Multiple Choice Weeks 1-14 25 %

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Weekly Schedule (Subject to Change)

Related
Course
Week Synchronous Time Synchronous Asynchronous Activities,
Learning
& Date and Location Topics and Activities Readings and Deadlines
Outcomes
(CLOs)
1 1.Introduction to Health Assessment Read Jarvis Chapter 1 See
January 14 Big Blue Button 2. Assessment Techniques Read Jarvis Chapter 9 Learning
9-11 am 3. General Survey, Measurement, and Read Jarvis Chapter 10 Outcomes 1-
Vital Signs 3 above.

11-1 pm Laboratory
1. Practice general survey and
vital signs using the four
assessment techniques with a
partner.
2 1. Symptom Assessment Read Jarvis Chapter 5 (pp 63- See
January 21 Big Blue Button 64) Learning
9-11 am 2. Complete Health History Read Jarvis Chapter 5 Outcomes 7,
3. The Interview (Self -Study Module) Read Jarvis Chapter 4 8, and 9
4. Pain Assessment Read Jarvis Chapter 11 above

11-1 pm Laboratory
1. Practice health interview with a Watch the video provided by the
partner or a student Instructor
Practice symptom assessment using a
specific pain as the reason for seeking
care.

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 Related
Course
Week Synchronous Time Synchronous Asynchronous Activities,
Learning
& Date and Location Topics and Activities Readings and Deadlines
Outcomes
(CLOs)
3 Big Blue Button 1. Head, Face, Neck and Regional Read Jarvis Chapter 14 See
January 28 9-11 am Lymphatics Assessment Learning
2. Nose, Mouth, Throat, Sinuses Read Jarvis Chapter 17 Outcomes 7,
Assessment 8, and 9
above
11-1 pm Laboratory:
1. Practice head, face, neck, and Watch Jarvis HEENT videos
lymphatic assessment with your
partner
2. Practice nose, mouth, throat,
sinuses assessment with your
partner

4 In- person 1.Eye Assessment Read Jarvis Chapter 15 See

February 4 In Class at Newnham 2.Ear Assessment Read Jarvis Chapter 16 Learning
Room A2522 Outcomes 7,
8, and
Big Blue Button Laboratory: Watch Jarvis HEENT videos 9 above
9:15-11 am 1. Practice eye assessment with your
partner
2. Practice ear assessment with
11-13:15 pm your partner

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 Related
Course
Week Synchronous Time Synchronous Asynchronous Activities,
Learning
& Date and Location Topics and Activities Readings and Deadlines
Outcomes
(CLOs)
5
February 11 In Person Class Learning Modules of week 1-4
Newnham Campus
Room A2522
Test # 1

9:15 am-11:15pm
6
February 18 Family Day
No Class

7 Big Blue Button 1. Neurological System Assessment Read Jarvis Chapter 25 See
February 25 9-11 am 2. Mental Health Assessment (Self - Read Jarvis Chapter 6 Learning
Study) Outcomes 7,
8, and
11-1 pm 9 above
Laboratory Lab
1. Practice MMSE with your partner Application
2. Practice cranial nerves testing Video due
assessment with your partner by midnight.

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 Related
Course
Week Synchronous Time Synchronous Asynchronous Activities,
Learning
& Date and Location Topics and Activities Readings and Deadlines
Outcomes
(CLOs)
8 Big Blue Button 1 Musculoskeletal System Read Jarvis Chapter 24 See CLOs 4-
March 3 9-11 am 2 Skin, Hair, Nails (This is a Read Jarvis Chapter 13 9.
self-study content)
Instructor PPT with voice recording
11-1 pm Instructor PPT with voice

Laboratory:
Practice MSK system with your
Partner
Practice skin assessment with partner
9 Big Blue Button 1. Assessment of Thorax and Lungs Read Jarvis Chapter 19 See CLO’s
March 10 2. Assessment of Breast and Read Jarvis Chapter 18 4-9
9-11 am Regional Lymphatics. (This is a
self-study content)
Instructor PPT with voice recording
11-1 pm
Laboratory: Watch Jarvis Online Video
1. Practice thorax and lung Watch video provided by
assessment with your partner. instructor
-Watch online video
Practice breast assessment with your
partner or yourself.

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 Related
Course
Week Synchronous Time Synchronous Asynchronous Activities,
Learning
& Date and Location Topics and Activities Readings and Deadlines
Outcomes
(CLOs)
10 1.Assessment of the Abdomen Read Jarvis Chapter 22. See CLO’s
March 17 Big Blue Button 2. Assessment of Heart and Neck Read Jarvis Chapter 20 4-9
9-11 am Vessels. Read Jarvis Chapter 31
3. Functional Assessment (Self -
Study)
11-1 pm
Laboratory: Watch Jarvis Online video
Practice abdominal assessment with Watch Video provided by
your partner instructor
Practice heart and neck vessel
assessment with your partner

11 In Person Class Learning Modules from Week 7,8,9,10

March 24 Newnham Campus
Room A2522
Test # 2
9:15 am-11:15 pm
12 Easter Holiday
March 31
No Class

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 Related
Course
Week Synchronous Time Synchronous Asynchronous Activities,
Learning
& Date and Location Topics and Activities Readings and Deadlines
Outcomes
(CLOs)
13 In Person Class 1. Assessment of Peripheral Read Jarvis Chapter 21. See CLO’s
April 7 Room A2522 Vascular System 4-9
Newnham Campus Watch Jarvis video.
Watch Video provided by
9:15-11 am Laboratory: instructor
Practice PVS assessment with your
partner of choice.
11-1:15 pm
14 Big Blue Button 1. Pregnancy (Self-Study) Read Jarvis Chapter 30 See CLO’s
April 14 2. Nutritional Assessment (Self -Study) Read Jarvis Chapter 12 4-9
9-11 am 3. Anus, Rectum, Prostate Read Jarvis Chapter 23
4. Male GU System Read Jarvis Chapter 26 Final Head-
5. Female GU System Read Jarvis Chapter 27 to-Toe Video
11-1 pm due by
Laboratory Midnight
15 Final Exam Learning Modules from Week 1-14 Read all learning modules 1-14 See CLO’s
April 21 4-9
Newnham
Campus
Room A2522.
9:15 am-12:15 pm

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Learning Strategies for Success, Policies and Procedures

Class Preparation: Always come prepared to learn, by completing your weekly readings prior to each class, participating in online
discussions, attending all classes, and submitting any assigned work on time. Your instructor will create and post
all content relating to course delivery and assessment (such as lecture notes and recordings, assignments, and
rubrics/evaluation schemes, reading materials, etc.) in advance of the scheduled synchronous activity, to provide
students with adequate time to prepare.

Attendance: For increased understanding and best course outcomes, it is important for students to attend all scheduled
classes. When attendance is not possible, students are encouraged to review the material posted to
Learn@Seneca, including the class recording (if applicable). As courtesy/consideration for others, plan to arrive
on time as late arrivals are disruptive to the class, even in a virtual learning environment.

Blackboard Access: Students should regularly check their course Blackboard site for recaps or highlights of past lectures, general
weekly announcements about any changes and/or reminders of scheduled events upcoming in the course, and
notifications regarding the availability of marks and f eedback on graded assessments (My Grades).

Email: Students should regularly check their "@myseneca.ca" student email for communications on course- and
college-related matters. To learn how to set up your email or if you’re experiencing technical issues, contact ITS.

Assignments: All assignments must be submitted by the due date stated by the instructor and in the manner directed by the
instructor. Late assignments will be penalized as per instructor’s guidelines. In extenuating circumstances,
students must notify the instructor in advance of the deadline for a possible extension . Valid documentation (such
as an original doctor's note) may be required. Make-up opportunities may be arranged and communicated by
the instructor.

Academic Support: A variety of free academic support services are available to all Seneca students. Visit the Academic Support
Student Intranet page for more information. Additional resources are listed below:
• Learning Centre
• Learning Online at Seneca
• The Learning Portal
• Academics and Student Services Policies

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Student All requests for academic accommodations will be handled by Personal Counselling and Accessible Learning
Accommodations: Services, which will electronically provide the academic accommodation plan to the appropriate instructor and/or
designate of the program area. Discuss your accommodations with your instructor. For more information or to
request academic accommodations, visit Personal Counselling and Accessible Learning Services.

Recording Lectures Where applicable, online lectures may be recorded with the links posted on Blackboard. These resources are
and Educational intended to be used as a student study aid and are not a substitute for participation (exception may include
Activities: remote students residing in another time zone).

Video recordings will primarily capture the instructor and onscreen content. Students will not be visible on video
recordings unless their webcam is enabled. Voices will be captured as audio recording along with questions
posted in the chat tool. Students may speak with their instructor to determine alternative means of participating if
they are concerned about their voice or text being recorded.

All recordings will adhere to the Recording Lectures and Educational Activities Policy.

Academic Integrity: Seneca upholds a learning community that values academic integrity, honesty, fairness, trust, respect,
responsibility, and courage. These values enhance Seneca's commitment to deliver high -quality education and
teaching excellence, while supporting a positive learning environment. Ensure that you are aware of Seneca's
Academic Integrity Policy. Review Section 2 of the policy for details regarding approaches to supporting integrity.
Section 2.3 and Appendix B of the policy describe various sanctions that can be applied if there is suspected
academic misconduct. Plagiarism is also a form of cheating and there can be serious penalties.

Academic Integrity & Copyright

Most of the materials posted in this course are protected by copyright. It is a violation of Canada's Copyright Act and Senec a's Copyright
Policy to share, post, and/or upload course material in part or in whole without the permission of the copyright owne r. This includes posting
materials to third-party file-sharing sites such as assignment-sharing or homework help sites. Course material includes teaching material,
assignment questions, tests, and presentations created by faculty, other members of the Sene ca community, or other copyright owners. It is
also prohibited to reproduce or post to a third-party commercial website work that is either your own work or the work of someone else,
including (but not limited to) assignments, tests, exams, group work projects, etc. This explicit or implied intent to help others may constitute a
violation of Seneca’s Academic Integrity Policy and potentially involve such violations as cheating, plagiarism, contract che ating, etc. These
prohibitions remain in effect both during a student’s enrolment at the college as well as withdrawal or graduation from Senec a.

Lisa Harfield
Approved By Lisa
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Harfield (Jan 9, 2024 09:30 EST)

Lisa Harfield, Academic Program Manager

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