The nurse is visiting the patient for the first time this shift.She introduces herself and asks the patient several questions related to his condition.While doing so,and without being obvious,she is looking at the colour of his eyes and is assessing his ears and nose for discharge and the symmetry of his mouth.Which assessment technique is the nurse using?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The nurse is using inspection, which involves visually examining the patient for any signs of abnormalities or changes in condition.

The Nurse Is Visiting the Patient for the First Time