Health Assessment

Please note that in 2012/3 this module will run as part of the BSc (Hons) Developing Paramedic Practice only. Outside this programme, please see Consultation and Physical Examination Assessment Skills.

The module will next run by distance learning commencing 16 January 2012.

Why study with us?

This module enables you to develop history taking and physical examination skills related to specific body systems across the life span.

If this module is to be funded by your employing Trust, the next step is to contact the CPD lead (training manager) at your Trust. They will then ask you to complete the CPD-Apply application. Once this has been authorised by your trust, the University will contact you with further information.

If you intend to fund this by other means, please follow the University’s ‘apply now’ link on the left hand side of this page.

Resources and facilities

We are amongst the UK’s leading health and social care faculties and are proud of the high level of support we are able to offer to our students. We provide a wide range of high-quality courses supported by expert academic and clinical practice staff. If you join us you will enjoy great facilities and learn alongside caring, committed and experienced professionals. Our employment record is excellent. Recently, our NHS related provision underwent a major review by the Quality Assurance Agency and we achieved the highest possible rating.

Entry requirements

Prior successful study at underpinning level

More about levels and credits

Credit and UCAS requirements Credit: 20 credits Selection criteria

To be eligible to study this module you should be able to apply it to your practice.

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Modules NMLB6152 Health Assessment (20 credits at level 6) Course summary

Indicative Module Content: Structured and comprehensive consultation skills including history taking, problem solving, therapeutic communication and advice giving. Also system specific physical examination skills including Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Ear, nose and throat, Musculoskeletal, Neurological, Abdominal and Mental health assessment.

Intended Outcomes:

At the end of this module you will be able to develop your knowledge and understanding of the complete consultation process and be able to:

1. Demonstrate and critically evaluate the application of a structured comprehensive history taking process within a consultation;
2. Critically evaluate the application of physical examination techniques;
3. Critically reflect upon a range of problem solving skills in health assessment;
4. Critically reflect upon the application of problem solving skills in a consultation with a patient;
5. Demonstrate the application of effective communication strategies to facilitate a therapeutic relationship with the patient.