There are multiple types of nursing assessments, each serving a specific purpose: - Initial Assessment: Conducted when the patient first enters a healthcare facility, it provides a comprehensive overview of the patient’s health status. - Focused Assessment: Targets a specific issue or area of concern. It is often used in follow-up visits or when a patient's condition changes. - Emergency Assessment: Performed during acute or life-threatening situations to quickly identify critical issues. - Ongoing Assessment: Regular evaluations that monitor a patient's condition and the effectiveness of interventions.
