A Windshield Survey is a community assessment technique where the nurse drives or walks through the community to systematically observe its characteristics. Data collected includes:

• Housing conditions and neighbourhood boundaries
• Availability of health, educational, and commercial services
• Environmental hazards (open drains, garbage, pollution)
• Community dynamics (people on streets, parks, gathering places)
• Transportation and accessibility
• Visible health issues (malnutrition, injuries, alcohol/drug use)

The windshield survey is often the first step in a community health needs assessment — essential for community nursing in Pakistan's rural and urban settings.