What type of data is obtained by measuring fever, signs, wound appearance?

• A. Objective data
• B. Subjective data
• C. Nursing diagnoses
• D. Assessment data

Answer: (A)

Fever, signs, and wound appearance are observable and measurable findings, so they represent objective data. These are data you can verify through measurements or direct observation, such as a temperature reading and visual assessment of the wound. In contrast, subjective data are what the patient reports about their feelings or symptoms (like pain level or fatigue). Nursing diagnoses are clinical judgments based on data, and assessment data refers to the overall collection of both subjective and objective information.