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NCM 101
HEALTH ASSESSMENT (Lecture & Laboratory)

COURSE CODE: NCM 101 COURSE TITLE: Health Assessment (Lecture & Laboratory)
COURSE TYPE: Professional Subject COURSE CREDIT: Lec 3 UNITS (54 hours); Laboratory 2 UNITS (108 hours)
PRE-REQUISITE: NCM 100, MC1 & MC 2 CO-REQUISITE: NCM 102, NCM 103, MC 3
PLACEMENT: Level 1, Second Semester SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING: 20 - 30 hours (20-30%)
PROFESSOR: Mr. Michael H. Galon, MAN, RN CONSULTATION PERIOD: Wednesday, 8:00AM- 5:00PM

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course deals with the basic gross and microscopic structures of humans and how these allow the human being to function normally
as well as adapt to the changes in his/her environment. This is composed of didactics where the theories and concepts are learned and Laboratory where various
exercises provide students the opportunity to experience the application of these theories.

LEVEL OUTCOMES: At the end of the first year, given stimulated situations in selected settings, the learners demonstrate basic nursing skills in rendering safe and
appropriate care in utilizing nursing process.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES:
1. Apply knowledge of physical, social, natural and health sciences and humanities in the practice of Nursing Institutes safety measures and applicable
nursing interventions through utilization of the nursing process in the care of clients.
2. Provide safe, appropriate, and holistic care to individuals, families, population group and community utilizing nursing process through excellent and
responsive education.
3. Apply guidelines and principles of evidence-based practice in the delivery of care.
4. Practice nursing in accordance with existing laws, legal, ethical, and moral principles and with just and humane regard to people.
5. Communicate effectively in speaking, writing, and presenting using culturally appropriate language.
6. Report/document client accurately and comprehensively.
7. Collaborate effectively with inter-intra-and multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams.
8. Practice beginning management and leadership skills care using systems approach in the delivery of client care.
9. Conduct research with an experienced researcher.

VISION: We are a premiere institution highly engaged in producing globally competitive professionals.
MISSION: We empower all students and stakeholders in achieving easy access to comprehensive instruction, research, and extension services using advanced technology.
S – Scholarly Pursuit J – Just and humane regard for people C – Commitment to Excellence D – Diversity with Purpose C – Compassion to Professionalism
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10. Engage in lifelong learning with a passion to keep current with the national and global developments in general, and nursing and health developments in
particular.
11. Demonstrate responsible citizenship and pride being a Filipino through instruction research and extension of services founded on Christian values and
pride in one’s race.
12. Apply techno-intelligent care systems and processes in health care delivery.
13. Uphold the nursing care values in the practice of the profession.
14. Develop entrepreneurial skills in the delivery of nursing care.
15. To fully integrate women into the development process, to continually search for new and innovative initiatives that will help transform unequal
social/gender relations into creative opportunities that would equally benefit men and women.
16. To help determine the extent of the benefits derived by both men and women from the curriculum, programs and projects. It must be able to address the
needs of both men and women.

COURSE OUTCOMES:

Given actual clients in the hospital/community setting the Level III learner will be able to:

1. Display the knowledge of physical, social, natural and health sciences as applied from the concepts of Anatomy and Physiology
2. Communicate effectively in speaking, writing, and presenting using culturally-appropriate language.
3. Imbibe to guidelines and principles of evidence-based practice among Human Anatomy and Physiology.
4. Display effectively the ways of proper communication in form of speaking, writing, and presentation using culturally appropriate language.
5. Demonstrates passive and active communication between co-learners using culturally appropriate language.

VISION: We are a premiere institution highly engaged in producing globally competitive professionals.
MISSION: We empower all students and stakeholders in achieving easy access to comprehensive instruction, research, and extension services using advanced technology.
S – Scholarly Pursuit J – Just and humane regard for people C – Commitment to Excellence D – Diversity with Purpose C – Compassion to Professionalism
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LEARNING PLAN:
PART 1 - Learning Plan for Theory (Lecture)
Classroom Learning Strategies
Content/Topic Learning Outcomes Assessment
Time
(LO) Classroom Strategies
Allotment
I. Introduction to the Course 3h  Interactive Lecture & Discussion Reflection paper
1. Introduction of oneself Week 1  Maintains a harmonious  Role Playing
2. Review of the College VMO as applied to the and collegial  Group discussion
course relationship among co-  Seat work
3. Overview of the course learners.
4. Discussion of Requirements and class policies
5. Expectations Setting
Tools and Equipment Identification

II. Introduction to Health Assessment  Interactive Lecture & Discussion  Paper & pen
 Communicate  Role Playing examination
1. History 3h effectively in speaking,  Group discussion  Rubrics for reporting
2. Interviewing Skills Week 2 writing, and presenting  Seat work Rubrics for Case Study
3. Documentation using culturally-
4. Terminology and Equipment appropriate language.
5. Techniques of the Physical Examination  Integrates knowledge of
6. Considerations Related to Culture physical, social, natural
7. Growth, Development, and Nutritional and health sciences, in
Assessment the conduct of concepts
of Health assessment

Integumentary System  Communicate  Paper & pen

1. Structure of the Skin 3h effectively in speaking,  Health History Case Study examination
2. Accessory Skin Structures Week 3 writing, and presenting  Small Group Exercise  Rubrics for reporting
3. Identify health history questions for using culturally-  Health History Practice  Rubrics or reaction
assessment of skin, hair, and nails. appropriate to the class.  Practice Techniques of Inspection, paper
4. Demonstrate health assessment of the  Familiarized with the Palpation, Percussion, and
skin. concepts and principles Auscultation
5. Differentiate between normal and abnormal of Health assessment
integumentary assessment findings.

VISION: We are a premiere institution highly engaged in producing globally competitive professionals.
MISSION: We empower all students and stakeholders in achieving easy access to comprehensive instruction, research, and extension services using advanced technology.
S – Scholarly Pursuit J – Just and humane regard for people C – Commitment to Excellence D – Diversity with Purpose C – Compassion to Professionalism
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EYES  Ensuring adequate  Critical thinking exercises  Paper & pen

3h information enabling  Supplemental lecture examination
1. Health promotion and needs of clients Week 4 students to use  Audiovisual:  Rubrics for reaction
based on findings of eye assessment. technological Bates: A Visual Guide to Physical paper
2. Health history questions for assessment of presentation of human’s Examination
the eyes. anatomy and 1) Head, Eyes, and Ears
3. Health assessment of the eyes. physiology.
4. Normal and abnormal assessment
findings of the eye.

EARS  Engage in the Lifelong  Paper & pen

1h learning examination
1. Health history questions for assessment of Week 5  Rubrics for reporting
the ears.  Rubrics or reaction
2. Health assessment of the ears. paper
3. Normal and abnormal ear assessment
findings.
4. Health promotion needs of clients based
on findings of ear assessment.

HEAD, NECK, LYMPH NODES, MOUTH, 2h  Interactive Lecture Supplemental  Paper & pen
NOSE AND THROAT Week 6  Adheres to established lecture examination
norms of conduct based  Interactive discussion/  Rubrics for reporting
1. Health history questions for assessment of on Health Assessment Individual recitation  Rubrics or reaction
the head, neck, lymph nodes, mouth, nose paper
and throat.
2. Health assessment of the head, neck, lymph
nodes, mouth, nose and throat.
3. Normal and abnormal assessment findings of
the head, neck, lymph nodes, mouth, nose
and throat.
4. Health promotion of clients based on findings
of the head, neck, lymph nodes, mouth, nose
and throat assessment.

VISION: We are a premiere institution highly engaged in producing globally competitive professionals.
MISSION: We empower all students and stakeholders in achieving easy access to comprehensive instruction, research, and extension services using advanced technology.
S – Scholarly Pursuit J – Just and humane regard for people C – Commitment to Excellence D – Diversity with Purpose C – Compassion to Professionalism
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CLIENTS OF VARIOUS AGES, GENDERS, AND Adheres to ethico-legal  Interactive Lecture & Discussion  Paper & pen
CULTURES 3h consideration when  Role Playing examination
Week 6 providing safe, quality,  Group discussion  Rubrics for reporting
 History taking and health assessment skills on and professional nursing  Seat work  Rubrics or reaction
clients of various ages, genders, and cultures. care. paper

PRELIM EXAMINATION
RESPIRATORY SYSTEM 6h  Interactive Lecture Supplemental  Paper & pen
A. Structure and Function Week 7-8 Apply techno-intelligent lecture examination
B. Health Assessment and Health Promotion systems  Interactive discussion/  Rubrics for reporting
Related to: Individual recitation  Rubrics or reaction
Clients Experiencing Respiratory paper
Challenges
NERVOUS SYSTEM 6h  Supplementary Lecture  Paper & pen
 Health Assessment and Health Promotion Week 9-10  Individual Assignment: examination
Related to:  Draw the Human Skeletal System  Rubrics for reporting
Clients Experiencing Neurological  Interactive discussion:  Rubrics or reaction
Challenges  Graded recitation paper
MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM 6h  Adopt the Nursing care  Supplementary Lecture  Paper & pen
1. Characteristics of Skeletal Muscle Week 11-12 values  Individual Assignment: examination
2. Smooth Muscle Anatomy  Draw the Human Skeletal System  Rubrics for reporting
3. Skeletal Muscle Anatomy  Interactive discussion:  Rubrics or reaction
4. Health Assessment and Health Promotion  Graded recitation paper
Related to:
Clients Experiencing Musculoskeletal
Challenges
MIDTERM EXAMINATION
CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM 6h  Adopt the Nursing care  Supplementary Lecture  Paper & pen
A. Anatomy and Physiology of the heart and Week 13-14 values  Individual Assignment: examination
the blood vessels  Draw the Cardiovascular System  Rubrics for reporting
B. Health Assessment and Health Promotion  Interactive discussion:  Rubrics or reaction
Related to:  Graded recitation paper
Clients Experiencing Cardiac Challenges
C. Clients Experiencing Vascular Challenges

VISION: We are a premiere institution highly engaged in producing globally competitive professionals.
MISSION: We empower all students and stakeholders in achieving easy access to comprehensive instruction, research, and extension services using advanced technology.
S – Scholarly Pursuit J – Just and humane regard for people C – Commitment to Excellence D – Diversity with Purpose C – Compassion to Professionalism
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DIGESTIVE SYSTEM AND BODY 3h  Adopt the Nursing care  Supplementary Lecture  Paper & pen
METABOLISM Week 15 values  Individual Assignment: examination
A. Anatomy of the Digestive System  Interactive discussion:  Rubrics for reporting
B. Functions of the Digestive System  Graded recitation  Rubrics or reaction
C. Health Assessment and Health Promotion paper
Related to:
Clients Experiencing Gastrointestinal
Challenges
THE URINARY SYSTEM 3h  Adopt the Nursing care  Supplementary Lecture  Paper & pen
A. Kidneys - Anatomy and Functions Week 16 values  Individual Assignment: examination
B. Body Fluids and Electrolytes  Interactive discussion  Rubrics for reporting
C. Ureters, Urinary Bladder, and  Graded recitation  Rubrics or reaction
Urethra paper
A. Common Disorders

THE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM 3h  Adopt the Nursing care  Supplementary Lecture  Paper & pen
Health Assessment and Health Promotion Week 17-18 values  Individual Assignment: examination
Related to:  Interactive discussion:  Rubrics for reporting
A. Breast and Axilla  Graded recitation  Rubrics or reaction
B. Male Genitourinary Systems paper
Female Genitourinary Systems

FINAL EXAMINATION
PART II - Learning plan for Skills Laboratory
*Skills Laboratory Exposure shall be undergone for 108 hours.

Topics (Concentration) Hours/Day Topic Learning Outcomes Learning Activities Assessment

6 (SL)  Apply knowledge on theoretical  Interactive group  Paper & pen

Interviewing skills
Wk – 1 bases into practice discussion and examination
6 (SL) simulation.  Reflection Paper
Documentation
Wk – 2  Display thorough understanding of  Demonstration &  Performance
6 (SL) application of skills into practice return demonstration evaluation rubrics
Techniques of the physical examination
Wk – 3  Oral recitation & for return
Assessing Ears 6 (SL)  Practice intervention in revalida demonstration
Wk – 4

VISION: We are a premiere institution highly engaged in producing globally competitive professionals.
MISSION: We empower all students and stakeholders in achieving easy access to comprehensive instruction, research, and extension services using advanced technology.
S – Scholarly Pursuit J – Just and humane regard for people C – Commitment to Excellence D – Diversity with Purpose C – Compassion to Professionalism
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Assessing Head, neck, lymph nodes, mouth, nose and 6 (SL) preparation to actual clinical  Practice  Rubrics for
throat Wk – 5 practice documentation and reporting
Assessing Clients of Various ages, Genders, and 12 (SL) charting  Rubrics for Oral
Culture Wk 7-8  Develop sense of responsibility  Group discussion Revalida
6 (SL) and accountability through and reporting.  Rubrics for
Assessing Respiratory System
Wk 9 enhanced understanding and  Role playing Documentation
6 (SL) background of the concepts.  Case Study Simulation.
Assessing Nervous System
Wk 10  Critical thinking  Comprehensive
6 (SL)  Uphold nursing values into exercises Examination
Assessing Musculoskeletal System
Wk 11 practicing the theory and  Practice Tests and 
12 (SL) concepts. Rationalization
Assessing Cardiovascular System
Wk 12-13  Video Clip Viewing
6 (SL)  Engage learners to the profession  Formative Evaluation
Assessing Digestive System and Body Metabolism
Wk 14 by developing sense of leadership of Assessment
6 (SL) and competency. Techniques
Assessing the Urinary System
Wk 15  Complete a mock
Assessing the Reproductive System practicum exam
 BSE 12 (SL)  Study Presentation
 Female Reproductive system Wk 16-18
 Male Reproductive system
Comprehensive Examination

LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
 Classroom, Skills Laboratory & Community

RESOURCES
 Materials for Demonstration such as Supplies & Equipment, Hospital Facilities
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
 Laboratory Outputs
GRADING SYSTEM
A. Lecture:
Term Grade (Prelim, Midterm, Finals) Percentage
Major Examination 30%
Class Participation 25%

VISION: We are a premiere institution highly engaged in producing globally competitive professionals.
MISSION: We empower all students and stakeholders in achieving easy access to comprehensive instruction, research, and extension services using advanced technology.
S – Scholarly Pursuit J – Just and humane regard for people C – Commitment to Excellence D – Diversity with Purpose C – Compassion to Professionalism
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Assignment / Project / Reflection Paper / Activity Output 25% *Class participation includes attendance, participation
Quizzes / Seat Work 20% in class discussions and activities and behavior inside
Total 100% the class room.
B. Skills Laboratory: *Final Grade = Prelim (30%) + Midterm (30%) + Finals
Final Grade Percentage (40%)
Comprehensive Examination 30%
Performance Evaluation 40%
Participation 20%
Quizzes / Seat Work 10%
Total 100%

COURSE POLICIES:

1. The students are expected to be in the classroom at the scheduled time of the class.
2. Students are allowed not more than 20% of the total hours of absences inclusive of tardiness. Excessive absences shall merit the grade of 5.00.
Absence due to hospitalization and other unavoidable circumstances maybe exceptions but excuses under this situation need the consent and approval
of the Program Chair and the Director for Academic Affairs.
3. Assignment shall be submitted on the date agreed upon by the class. No assignment shall be accepted after the due date. No special assignment shall
be given in view of the missed one.
4. Major examination shall be given on scheduled date. No examination shall be given after the schedule.
5. Students are expected to display the highest degree of honesty and professionalism in their class work, requirements and activities and in dealing with
fellow students and teacher.
6. Cellular phones should be turned off or in silent mode during the class.
7. The teacher is very open to suggestions. Any activity shall be agreed upon by the class. Requests and concerns related to the course shall be
discussed in the class or to the teacher during the consultation hour.
8. Student with perfect attendance shall be given extra credit in the final grade.
REFERENCE:

Call Number or
Reference Material
E-provider
McGraw Hill, Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology, 2017
Health Assessment in Nursing + Laboratory Manual to Accompany Health Assessment in Nursing (L), 2014, WEBER
Mosby's Guide to Physical Exam (L), Seitel 2012

VISION: We are a premiere institution highly engaged in producing globally competitive professionals.
MISSION: We empower all students and stakeholders in achieving easy access to comprehensive instruction, research, and extension services using advanced technology.
S – Scholarly Pursuit J – Just and humane regard for people C – Commitment to Excellence D – Diversity with Purpose C – Compassion to Professionalism
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The Nurse as a Health Educator- Cncepts and Principles & Strategies in Teaching (Text and Workbook), Tan, 2nd Ed., 2017,

Prepared and Checked by:

ROCHELLE D. ORTILLO, MAN, RN

Program Chair, School of Nursing

Recommended by:

Approved by:
KAREEN MAE A. TEVES
Center for Quality Assurance Coordinator REYMART B. BOLAGAO, MAN, RN
Director for Academic Affairs

VISION: We are a premiere institution highly engaged in producing globally competitive professionals.
MISSION: We empower all students and stakeholders in achieving easy access to comprehensive instruction, research, and extension services using advanced technology.
S – Scholarly Pursuit J – Just and humane regard for people C – Commitment to Excellence D – Diversity with Purpose C – Compassion to Professionalism
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NCM 101
Health Assessment

PROGRAM OUTCOMES (PO) COURSE OUTCOMES (CO) LEARNING OUTCOMES (LO)

1. Apply knowledge of physical, social, N/A N/A
natural and health sciences and
humanities in the practice of Nursing
2. Provide safe, appropriate, and Utilizes the nursing process along with A.2.2P Performs the assessment with the client, ones’ health status/competence.
holistic care to individuals, families, the principles of teaching and learning A.2.5P Provides health education planning models appropriate to target clientele.
population group and community in relation to health and wellness. A.2.6P Evaluates clients’ responses / nursing care services rendered and process/
utilizing nursing process through outcome of the nurse-client working relationship.
excellent and responsive education B.2.3P Institutes appropriate corrective actions to prevent or minimize harm arising
from adverse events.
3. Apply guidelines and principles of Acquire guidelines and principles of A.2.4.2I Institutes appropriate evidence based nursing interventions using a
evidence-based practice in the evidence-based practice in providing participatory approach based on the care of clients.
delivery of care through health health education.
education.
4. Practice nursing in accordance with Applies existing laws, legal, ethical and A.1.1P Adhere to ethico-legal considerations when providing safe, quality and
existing laws, legal, ethical, and moral moral principles in providing health professional nursing care.
principles and with just and humane education. A.1.3P Adheres to established norms of conduct based on the Philippine Nursing
regard to people. Law and other legal, regulatory and institutional requirements relevant to safe
nursing practice.
A.1.4P Protects clients rights based on “Patient’s Bill of Rights and Obligations”
A.1.5P Implements strategies/ policies related to informed consent as it applies in
multiple contexts.

5. Communicate effectively in Demonstrates effective communication A.2.1D Establishes rapport with client and/or support system ensuring adequate
speaking, writing, and presenting in relationship with the other healthcare information about each other as partners in a working relationship; communicate
using culturally appropriate language team, family, and with the patient in through health education and nurse-patient interaction.
providing health education. C.1.3.1D Prepares a written research report related to clients’ condition and nursing
management.

6. Report/document client accurately Performs accurate and comprehensive A.2.7P Documents client’s responses / nursing care services rendered and
and comprehensively documentation in relation educating the processes / outcomes of the nurse client working relationship.

VISION: We are a premiere institution highly engaged in producing globally competitive professionals.
MISSION: We empower all students and stakeholders in achieving easy access to comprehensive instruction, research, and extension services using advanced technology.
S – Scholarly Pursuit J – Just and humane regard for people C – Commitment to Excellence D – Diversity with Purpose C – Compassion to Professionalism
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care of clients. A.3.1P Ensures completeness, integrity, safety, accessibility and security of
information.
A.3.2P Adheres to protocol and principles of confidentiality and safekeeping and
releasing of records and other information.
A.3.3P Implements system of informatics to support the delivery of healthcare.

7. Collaborate effectively with inter- Collaborates effectively with other B.1.3P Maintains a harmonious and collegial relationship among members of the
intra-and multi-disciplinary and multi- healthcare team members, family, and health team for effective, efficient, and safe client care.
cultural teams with the patient in providing health
education.

8. Practice beginning management Utilizes management and leadership B.1.1P Exercises appropriate and efficient methods/strategies/tools to manage
and leadership skills care using principles towards effective health multiple nursing interventions for clients with co-morbidities, complex and rapidly
systems approach in providing health education. changing health status with consultation as needed.
education. B.1.2P Coordinates care by prioritizing use of human , material, financial and other
resources to achieve expected health outcomes.
B.2.2P Organizes own workload demonstrating time management skills for meeting
responsibilities and achieving outcomes.

9. Conduct research with an N/A N/A

experienced researcher.

10. Engage in lifelong learning with a Understands commitment in learning in A.5.1I Assumes responsibility of lifelong learning, own personal development and
passion to keep current with the providing health education. maintenance of competence
national and global developments in A.5.2I Demonstrate continued competence and professional growth.
general, and nursing and health A.5.3.I Engages in advocacy activities to influence health and social care service
developments in particular policies and access to services.
A.5.4I Models professional behavior

11. Demonstrate responsible Advocates true Filipino nurse moral B.6.4I Engages in advocacy activities to deal with health related concerns and
citizenship and pride being a Filipino values with commitment to service. adopts policies that foster the growth and development of the nursing profession
through instruction research and A.I Exemplify love of country and service to Filipinos
extension of services founded on B.I Customizes nursing interventions based on Philippine culture and values
Christian values and pride in one’s
race

VISION: We are a premiere institution highly engaged in producing globally competitive professionals.
MISSION: We empower all students and stakeholders in achieving easy access to comprehensive instruction, research, and extension services using advanced technology.
S – Scholarly Pursuit J – Just and humane regard for people C – Commitment to Excellence D – Diversity with Purpose C – Compassion to Professionalism
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12. Apply techno-intelligent care Acquire knowledge on technological A.I Use appropriate technology to perform safe and efficient nursing activities.
systems and processes in health care innovations and systems in application B.I Implement system of informatics to support the delivery of healthcare.
delivery to the care of clients.
13. Uphold the nursing care values inActs in accordance to the Nursing Code A.I Demonstrates caring as the core of nursing, love God, love of country and love
the practice of the profession of Ethics in the care of clients. of people.
B.I Manifests professionalism, integrity and excellence.
14.Develop entrepreneurial skills in N/A N/A
the delivery of nursing care

Checked and Prepared by:

ROCHELLE D. ORTILLO, MAN, RN

Program Chair, School of Nursing

Recommended by:
Approved by:
KAREEN MAE A. TEVES
Center for Quality Assurance Coordinator REYMART B. BOLAGAO, MAN, RN
Director for Academic Affairs

VISION: We are a premiere institution highly engaged in producing globally competitive professionals.
MISSION: We empower all students and stakeholders in achieving easy access to comprehensive instruction, research, and extension services using advanced technology.
S – Scholarly Pursuit J – Just and humane regard for people C – Commitment to Excellence D – Diversity with Purpose C – Compassion to Professionalism