An assessment used to observe and monitor systems related complications is called a:
a. focused assessment.
b. physical assessment.
c. health assessment.
d. none of the above.
a
Focused assessments are used to observe and monitor
systems-related complications. For example, if an individual
suddenly presents with lowered conscious status, the nurse
needs to pay close attention to the immediate assessment of the
neurological status in order to plan appropriate interventions.
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