What Tools and Techniques are Used in Injury Assessment?
Nurses use a variety of tools and techniques, including:
- Palpation: Feeling the affected area for abnormalities such as swelling or deformities. - Auscultation: Listening to internal sounds using a stethoscope to detect abnormalities. - Observation: Visually inspecting for signs of injury such as bruising, lacerations, or asymmetry. - Pain Assessment Scales: Utilizing tools like the Numeric Pain Rating Scale or Wong-Baker FACES Pain Rating Scale to quantify pain.
