Respiratory Assessment and Auscultation

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Educator ACADEMY OF LYMPHATIC STUDIES

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Method Computer-Based Training

Course overview

This foundational course provides nurses with essential knowledge and practical skills for performing accurate respiratory assessments and interpreting lung sounds through auscultation. Participants will learn respiratory anatomy and physiology, systematic assessment techniques, normal and abnormal breath sounds, and clinical decision-making based on findings. Emphasis is placed on early recognition of respiratory compromise and appropriate nursing interventions. This course supports safe, evidence-based practice across healthcare settings.

Subject areas

This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.

Florida Board of Nursing

APRN Temporary Certificate for Practice in Areas of Critical Need

4h General

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

4h General

Licensed Practical Nurse

4h General

Registered Nurse

4h General

Disclosure statements

Credit Hours: 4 CE

Target Audience: Registered Nurses (RN), Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses (LPN/LVN)

Format: Asynchronous, self-paced online module

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Describe the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory system.
Perform a systematic respiratory assessment using inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation.
Identify normal breath sounds and differentiate abnormal (adventitious) lung sounds.
Correlate respiratory findings with common clinical conditions.
Document respiratory assessments accurately and communicate findings effectively.
Recognize early signs of respiratory distress and initiate appropriate nursing actions.