Physical Assessment for Nursing

Thank you for this review! It is a solid refresher. It causes me though to recall that: On initial inspection it is also helpful to have the client raise & lower their arms fully extended & to have them bend forward at the waist wth hands on hips — these offer supplement views to increase the opportunity to visualize retractions or more subtle dimpling or abnormalities. This is also a key time to assess the patient re: regular menstrual breast tenderness, ability to perform SBE & if done regularly and if any concern of discharge (not seen on exam). AND a great opportunity to teach the client &/ at least reinforce the importance of SBE. It offers appropriate opportunity to engage & speak wth the client & build rapport. All keys of advanced practice.

Super informative. It all makes sense. It is easy to understand him.

It was easy to understand, engaging and info packed. A very good resource for review.

A head-to-toe assessment is an essential component of nursing practice, and it involves a thorough physical examination of a patient's body from head to toe. This assessment allows the nurse to gather critical information about the patient's overall health status and identify any potential health issues or risks that may require immediate attention. The importance of a head-to-toe assessment cannot be overstated. It provides a comprehensive evaluation of the patient's physical health, including their vital signs, skin condition, and overall appearance. This assessment can help identify potential health risks, such as changes in the patient's breathing, heart rate, or blood pressure. It can also help identify any abnormal or unexpected findings, such as unusual lumps or bumps, or skin discoloration. A head-to-toe assessment is also essential in developing a care plan for the patient. Based on the findings of the assessment, the nurse can develop a tailored care plan that addresses the patient's specific needs and concerns. This plan may include medication administration, wound care, or other interventions that promote the patient's health and well-being. In conclusion, a head-to-toe assessment is a crucial component of nursing practice. It provides valuable information about a patient's overall health status and helps nurses identify potential health issues or risks that require immediate attention. By conducting a thorough assessment, nurses can develop a personalized care plan that addresses the patient's specific needs and promotes their overall health and well-being.

She makes so easy to understand the content, direct to the point.

I like how Sam breaks sections down, doesn’t speak fast (one of the instructors does that I have to skip her for last) talks with simple, easy to understand words. She keeps the words up long enough for me to read them and talks like she’s talking to me not just rambling stuff away. Thank you! ????

I found this super helpful! I always confuse the different percussion sounds and this made it a lot easier to understand. Thank you, Dr. Holt!!

The tutor was very clear in her explanations and demonstrations were great.

I did enjoy the lecture and it is useful for medical students as well

Outstanding Course. This really demystifies cardiac assessment allowing me to visualize what's going on with the heart, it's valves and its chambers.

Este curso me sirve para refrescar conceptos. Me gustó la forma cómo se presentó el tema. Lo recomendarìa a los estudiantes de Medicina.

Thank you???? This is exactly what I needed! My clinical instructor is focusing on assessments. I feel better about doing them now.

This video was very thorough and easy to follow. I needed a refresher before going into my preceptorship and this was very helpful! :)

prev rater was harsh this was much better than the instruction i got so giving it a good rating since it helped and was easy to understand, the landmarking wasnt included here but ive studied plenty myself so if youre looking for that just find an image online and count them on yourself/percuss on yourself

the organization with listed infographics were very helpful to reinforce the logic of head to toe, and was a good summary for head to toe assessment

she did not name the intercostal landmark spaces on the chest where we suppose to to auscultate

Though informative I feel that this lesson would be stronger if there were examples of the breath sounds described.

Breaks down GSC very well. And the use of example at the end helps to understand it better

I was able to understand the lecture, I like everything about the lecture: it was precise. I have already recommended this program to a friend.

The videos are educational and good refresher to your nursing knowledge.

Dr Holt is a gem! He has helped me so much grasp the concepts of assessment on different body systems. I adore his lectures! He is amazing

Dr. Holt is excellent at taking complicated scenarios to new or student nurses and simply explaining and showing us how easy it can be done. His explanations and techniques are such a blessing. He eases anyone into understanding and being able to mimic his exams as if we are well-trained practitioners. I am looking forward to learning more. I also know that he teaches us some neurological testing that can later certify nurses in the NIH A-D (American Heart training) for specialized training. His teachings are so great that on the first exam, I scored a 93 and passed, and I am not even a nurse yet. I will be beginning school this Feb of 2022. I was able to take the exam for those wondering since I am not a nurse because I am an EMT aspiring to be a nurse.

Professor Holt is amazing in presenting any form of nursing material. She breaks things down and explains it detail by detail which makes it easier to u deter and and remember. Any class she teaches… I am there