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- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/11%3A_Gas_Exchange_Airway_Management_and_Respiratory_System_Disorders/11.02%3A_Upper_and_Lower_Respiratory_AssessmentThis page discusses respiratory assessments, emphasizing the components of upper and lower airway assessments. It outlines the importance of monitoring vital signs and respiratory efforts, and highlig...This page discusses respiratory assessments, emphasizing the components of upper and lower airway assessments. It outlines the importance of monitoring vital signs and respiratory efforts, and highlights subjective questions to gather patient information about respiratory symptoms. The page describes the process of assessing signs like breathing patterns, lung sounds, and chest condition.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/The_Complete_Subjective_Health_Assessment_(Lapum_St-Amant_Hughes_Petrie_Morrell_and_Mistry)/01%3A_Introduction_to_the_Complete_Subjective_Health_Assessment/1.01%3A_The_Complete_Subjective_Health_AssessmentAs the word “subjective” suggests, this type of data refers to information that is spontaneously shared with you by the client or is in response to questions that you ask the client. On the other hand...As the word “subjective” suggests, this type of data refers to information that is spontaneously shared with you by the client or is in response to questions that you ask the client. On the other hand, if the client says that the rash is itchy, that would be considered subjective data and, in this case, it would be a symptom because it is something the client feels and you can’t observe.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/06%3A_Comprehensive_Health_Assessment_and_Physical_Examination/6.05%3A_SummaryNurses need critical thinking skills for gathering and analyzing patient data, crucial for clinical judgment and evidence-based decision-making. Effective communication is key to maintaining a therape...Nurses need critical thinking skills for gathering and analyzing patient data, crucial for clinical judgment and evidence-based decision-making. Effective communication is key to maintaining a therapeutic nurse-patient relationship, requiring a balance between empathy and professionalism. Health histories provide comprehensive insights into patient health, with bedside assessments offering thorough evaluations.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Nursing_Skills_(OpenRN)/02%3A_Health_History/2.01%3A_Health_History_IntroductionThe profession of nursing is defined by the American Nurses Association as “the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and abilities, prevention of illness and injury, facilitation of heali...The profession of nursing is defined by the American Nurses Association as “the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and abilities, prevention of illness and injury, facilitation of healing, alleviation of suffering through the diagnosis and treatment of human response, and advocacy in the care of individuals, families, groups, communities, and populations.” [2] Simply put, nurses treat human responses to health problems and/or life processes.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/06%3A_Comprehensive_Health_Assessment_and_Physical_Examination/6.00%3A_IntroductionThe page discusses the steps and skills involved in conducting a comprehensive health assessment and physical examination in nursing. Key components include effective communication, critical thinking,...The page discusses the steps and skills involved in conducting a comprehensive health assessment and physical examination in nursing. Key components include effective communication, critical thinking, and clinical judgment, which are vital for devising a patient care plan. These skills help nurses gather accurate data, coordinate care, and facilitate empathetic patient interactions. Critical thinking helps analyze patient data, identify patterns, and establish care priorities.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/06%3A_Comprehensive_Health_Assessment_and_Physical_Examination/6.04%3A_Bedside_Physical_Assessment_in_Medical-Surgical_NursingThis section provides detailed guidance on the various types of physical assessments in medical-surgical nursing. It differentiates comprehensive, bedside, and focused assessments. A comprehensive ass...This section provides detailed guidance on the various types of physical assessments in medical-surgical nursing. It differentiates comprehensive, bedside, and focused assessments. A comprehensive assessment is an in-depth check of all body systems, typically used in primary care, while bedside and focused assessments are more common in acute care settings.
