Data collection consists of:
1. information supplied by patient and family.
2. health history, physical assessment, and documentation.
3. health history and physical assessment.
4. assessment, patient records, and diagnostic tests.
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Diagnostic tests supply general information that can be helpful in identifying general areas in which a patient might have a health care problem. Patient records provide valuable in-formation regarding the past medical history and present illness. Physical assessment can provide information concerning the patient's current needs.
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