Physical Assessment

Question 1

• Systematic data collection
• an objective data: info. of the client that the nurses observe

Answer 1

Physical assessment

Question 2

Physical Assessment Techniques

Answer 2

Inspection
Palpation
Percussion
Auscultation

Question 3

Purpose of Physical Assessment

Answer 3

1. Gather, observe, and assess baseline data from the client
2. Supplement, confirm, or refute data in nursing history.
3. Confirm and identify nursing diagnosis
4. Make clinical judgement about changing status
5. Evaluate the physiological outcome of care