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null Module Introduction


In Module 1, the student will learn about general skills required for health assessment.  The techniques for interviewing the patient and taking a health history are covered.  Taking a nutritional history is covered in this module. 

 

Click the video below to watch the introduction from your faculty.

 

Transcript

 

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At the end of this module students will be able to:

    1. Identify basic interviewing techniques. (CO 1)
    2. Recognize various cultural considerations related to disease and the assessment process. (CO 5)
    3. Identify components of the interview process that aid in history taking. (CO 1)
    4. Identify unique aspects of gathering a health history for specific populations. (CO 1, 5)
    5. Identify the relevant questions for gathering a nutrition history. (CO 1, 2)

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null  Module Activities 


Below is an outline of the items for which you will be responsible throughout the module.

Task Activity Due Date Module Learning Objective Alignment

Optional Readings & PowerPoints

eBook readings from Jarvis Physical Examination & Health Assessment (7th ed.) are found in the Sherpath weekly modules.

PowerPoints are also available for each lesson.

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Sherpath Lessons 

  • Lesson # 1  
  • Lesson # 2
  • Lesson # 3
  • Lesson # 4
  • Lesson # 5
  • Lesson # 6
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Discuss Class Discussion:   Respond to the discussion prompts and questions by the due dates outlined in the assignment.  You should contribute your first post no later than Day 3. Then, follow up on the posts of your classmates and faculty and responses to your own posts. Day 3 - 7 2, 3, 4
Submit Introduce Yourself Post Day 7