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Chest Assessment - Health Assessment for Nursing

Level Up RN via YouTube

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Learn how to perform a comprehensive chest assessment for nursing practice in this instructional video. Explore techniques for examining the anterior and posterior chest, including observing the point of maximal impulse (PMI), lifts and heaves, and assessing the anteroposterior-to-transverse (AP:T) chest ratio. Discover methods for evaluating tactile fremitus and checking for costovertebral angle (CVA) tenderness. Gain valuable knowledge on key components of a thorough chest examination, essential for nursing students preparing for exams like ATI, HESI, and NCLEX. Test your understanding with quiz questions at the end of the video to reinforce your learning.

Syllabus

Intro
Anterior Chest Assessment
Posterior Chest Assessment
Anteroposterior-to-Transverse Diameter AP:T Ratio
Tactile Fremitus
CVA Tenderness
Quiz Time!

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Level Up RN

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