Nurses utilize various methods to collect data, including:
Patient Interviews: Gathering subjective data directly from the patient or their family members. Physical Examinations: Conducting head-to-toe assessments to observe and document physical findings. Medical Records: Reviewing existing medical records to gather historical and current health information. Diagnostic Tests: Collecting data from lab tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic procedures. Observation: Monitoring the patient’s behavior, physical signs, and symptoms over time.
