This course focuses on the skills needed to conduct a comprehensive health assessment across the lifespan, including the physical, psychological, spiritual, social, functional and environmental aspects of health. Effective communication, assessment, and documentation will be practiced in a simulated laboratory setting. Emphasis is placed on the health continuum and the client focus includes individuals, families, and populations. Prerequisites include courses required for admission to the School of Nursing. Co-requisites: NURS 2350 and NURS 2460.