Several tools are used in monitoring progress, including:
- Electronic Health Records (EHR): These systems store comprehensive patient data and facilitate easy access and analysis. - Monitoring Devices: Devices such as blood pressure monitors, pulse oximeters, and glucometers provide real-time data on a patient's health status. - Checklists and Scales: Tools like pain scales, fall risk assessments, and mental status examinations help quantify observations. - Nursing Notes: Detailed notes taken by nurses during shifts provide a narrative of the patient's progress and any interventions performed.
