What Tools and Techniques are Used in Health Monitoring?
Nurses use a variety of tools and techniques for health monitoring, including:
Vital signs monitoring: Regularly measuring and recording blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature. Blood glucose monitoring: Checking blood sugar levels in patients with diabetes. Electrocardiograms (ECGs): Tracking heart activity to identify abnormal rhythms or other issues. Pulse oximetry: Measuring oxygen saturation levels in the blood. Laboratory tests: Analyzing blood, urine, and other samples to assess various health parameters. Patient self-reporting: Encouraging patients to report symptoms, side effects, and other health concerns.
