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Continuing education in physical assessment: a pilot study.

Abstract

This study examines the effectiveness of a five day educational program designed to teach registered nurses (RNs) comprehensive physical assessment techniques and associated skills. Tests and questionnaires measured nurses' knowledge and use of physical assessment skills before and three months after its completion. It was found that the group had increased its physical assessment knowledge and the majority were using the learned skills.

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L Reaby, J James. Continuing education in physical assessment: a pilot study.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2242258/

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