Health Assessment Topic Reflection 3

Topic 3: Problem Focus Exams: Pulmonary, Cardiac, Peripheral Vascular, and Lymphatic Systems

Objectives:

Identify characteristics and diagnostic/screening tools for pulmonary, cardiac, peripheral vascular, and lymphatic systems.
Describe the physical exam techniques for the pulmonary, cardiac, peripheral vascular, and lymphatic systems.
Discuss appropriate laboratory, imaging, and other diagnostic and screening tools that apply to pulmonary, cardiac, peripheral, and lymphatic body systems in diverse populations.
Compile focused subjective and objective health histories for the pulmonary, cardiac, peripheral, and lymphatic body systems while communicating effectively with the patient.

task:

Complete a written reflection (250-350 words) on what you learned during this topic. Include the following in your reflection, considered through the lens of a nurse educator.

Think about an experience you have encountered when viewing or completing the particular assessment.
Describe the steps you took when completing this particular assessment.
Discuss difficulties that could potentially arise or specific questions related to completing this type of assessment.
Include illustrative examples of potential strategies used to overcome the difficulties encountered when completing the particular assessment.
Describe how the Christian worldview and compassion for all play a role in this type of assessment.
APA style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.