Nurses use a variety of methods to assess a patient's physical condition. These include:
Vital signs monitoring: This includes measuring the patient's blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature. Physical examination: Through inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation, nurses can identify abnormalities or changes in the patient's condition. Medical history: Understanding a patient's past medical history, including previous illnesses and surgeries, is essential. Diagnostic tests: Blood tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic tools provide detailed insights into the patient's condition.
