One of the most important parts in ensuring that patients receive quality care is the nursing assessment. Nurses are held with high regard by patients and families, and the detailed assessment is an integral part of the process. This program discusses the development of good assessment skills, the role of intuition, and the importance of the patient's self-assessment in determining patient care needs. Documentation and change of shift report are also covered.
This program provides an overview of the patient assessment process, and how it correlates with quality patient care.
After viewing this program, the learner should be able to:
~Explain the clinical importance of the nursing assessment
~List the "tools" used for making an objective assessment of a patient
~Explain the value of reports from the patient, family members, and friends
~List other sources of information which allow for a more complete assessment
~Describe processes involved with documenting and reporting an assessment
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