Asked by Kiana Govia on Jun 27, 2024
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Which of the following statements describe the nurse's general survey? Select all that apply.
A) Consists of an overall impression of the patient
B) Assists in identifying deviations that need further exploration
C) Includes obtaining a full set of vital signs
D) Includes the comprehensive physical assessment
General Survey
An overall assessment conducted by healthcare professionals to gather broad information on a patient's health status, appearance, and behavior.
Vital Signs
Measurements that indicate the state of a patient's essential bodily functions, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
Physical Assessment
A comprehensive evaluation of a patient's physical condition by a healthcare provider, including observation, palpation, auscultation, and percussion.
- Decode and analyze key vital signs and results of physical assessments in adults.
- Utilize understanding of nursing evaluations to distinguish between normal and abnormal outcomes.
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Learning Objectives
- Decode and analyze key vital signs and results of physical assessments in adults.
- Utilize understanding of nursing evaluations to distinguish between normal and abnormal outcomes.
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