Jove
Visualize
Contact Us

Related Concept Videos

Nursing Assessment01:29

Nursing Assessment

The two sources for collecting information are primary and secondary. After gathering information, interpretation and validation help to complete the data. The purpose of assessment is to establish data with the initial information, to interpret data about the patient's perceived needs and health problems, and to respond to these problems identified.
The nurse collects all aspects of the patient's health in the initial assessment, establishing priorities for ongoing focused assessments and...
Documentation in Long-Term and Home Healthcare Setting01:29

Documentation in Long-Term and Home Healthcare Setting

Documentation in long-term care facilities and home healthcare settings is crucial for ensuring continuous, coordinated, and comprehensive care for patients. Each setting has its specific documentation processes and tools:
Long-Term Care Facilities
Nursing Assessment of the Genitourinary System I: Health History01:21

Nursing Assessment of the Genitourinary System I: Health History

The genitourinary system is critical to maintaining fluid balance, waste elimination, and reproductive function. Nurses play a vital role in assessing this system, beginning with a thorough health history. This process involves gathering patient information, identifying risk factors, and recognizing symptoms of genitourinary disorders. Early detection is vital for timely interventions and management.1. Gathering Patient InformationA complete health history includes the patient’s personal,...
Data Collection II01:29

Data Collection II

The nursing history captures and records the patient's health status, so that a care plan evolves to meet the patient's individual needs. The nursing health history is a part of the initial assessment. A comprehensive history covers all health dimensions and plays a significant role in the assessment process. A comprehensive history includes the patient's biographical information, reasons for seeking health care, expectations, present and past health history, medications, and family,...
Physical Assessment of the Respiratory Tract I: Health History01:28

Physical Assessment of the Respiratory Tract I: Health History

Physical assessment of the respiratory tract is critical to patient care. It allows healthcare professionals to identify and manage various respiratory conditions. The process involves a combination of subjective and objective data collection.
Subjective Data
Subjective data provides vital information about the patient's health history and symptoms. This data is typically collected through interviews in which patients describe their experiences, symptoms, and concerns.
Health history and key...
Data Collection III01:05

Data Collection III

The physical assessment examines the patient for objective data that defines the patient's condition, and aids in formulating the nursing care plan. The purpose of physical assessment is a health status appraisal, which includes identifying health problems, and establishing a database for nursing intervention.
The principles to begin the physical assessment include conducting a comprehensive or problem-related history in a quiet, well-lit room, emphasizing privacy and comfort for the patient.

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Correction: Assessment of the 'students' perceptions of education using Dundee Ready Environment Educational measure (DREEM) inventory at Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Saudi Arabia.

BMC medical education·2024
Same author

Assessment of the 'students' perceptions of education using Dundee Ready Environment Educational Measure (DREEM) inventory at Princess Nora bint Abdulrahman University, Saudi Arabia.

BMC medical education·2024
Same author

Pesticide Application and Khat Chewing as Predictors of the Neurological Health Outcomes among Pesticide Applicators in a Vector Control Unit, Saudi Arabia.

The international journal of occupational and environmental medicine·2018
Same author

A study of maternal dietary intake during pregnancy in riyadh, saudi arabia.

Journal of family & community medicine·2012
Same author

Mothers' practices during pregnancy, lactation and care of their children in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Saudi medical journal·2002
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 18, 2026

Oral Health Assessment by Lay Personnel for Older Adults
08:47

Oral Health Assessment by Lay Personnel for Older Adults

Published on: February 2, 2020

Health needs assessment.

Ibrahim A Bani1

  • 1Department of Family and Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Jazan, Jazan, Saudi Arabia.

Journal of Family & Community Medicine
|September 27, 2012
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Community health care needs assessments are vital. The Jazan study identified a shortage of providers, communicable diseases, and environmental health issues, requiring collaborative solutions.

Keywords:
AssessmentHealth NeedsJazan

More Related Videos

Multidisciplinary Approach to Obesity Management: A Case Report
05:10

Multidisciplinary Approach to Obesity Management: A Case Report

Published on: May 30, 2025

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 18, 2026

Oral Health Assessment by Lay Personnel for Older Adults
08:47

Oral Health Assessment by Lay Personnel for Older Adults

Published on: February 2, 2020

Multidisciplinary Approach to Obesity Management: A Case Report
05:10

Multidisciplinary Approach to Obesity Management: A Case Report

Published on: May 30, 2025

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • Community health care need assessment is crucial for targeted interventions.
  • Academic institutions play a significant role in health needs assessment processes.
  • The Jazan region in Saudi Arabia faces specific health challenges requiring focused attention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the concept of community health care need assessment.
  • To define the roles of academic institutions in health needs assessment.
  • To present findings from the Jazan study on regional health care needs.

Main Methods:

  • Literature analysis.
  • Distillation of experience from the Jazan Health Need Assessment Survey.
  • Review of World Health Organization (WHO) reports.

Main Results:

  • Key health issues in Jazan include a shortage of healthcare providers.
  • Increased prevalence of communicable diseases identified as a major concern.
  • Poor environmental health is a significant perceived problem in the region.

Conclusions:

  • Collaborative efforts between academic institutions, Ministry of Health, and healthcare providers are essential.
  • Innovative approaches are needed to raise public awareness on health issues.
  • Increased national and regional funding for community-based studies is recommended.