Preventive Screening for Young Adults

Preventive Screening for Young Adults

Advanced practice nurses (APNs) are well-positioned to address the complex health needs of young adults through screening. This population faces high risks for injury, mental illness, substance abuse, and sexually transmitted infections.

Intervention Strategies to Promote Health

Beyond screening, APNs implement interventions that encourage healthy behaviors and reduce risks. For mental health support, APNs may provide counseling, coordinate referrals, and integrate telehealth services for accessibility.

APNs can guide young adults on safe sexual practices, substance abuse prevention, and injury reduction strategies.

 By combining clinical expertise with patient-centered communication, APNs can foster trust, promote engagement, and improve long-term outcomes for young adults.

Advanced practice nurses (APNs) are well-positioned to address the complex health needs of young adults through preventive screening. This population faces high risks for injury, mental illness, substance abuse, and sexually transmitted infections.

Intervention Strategies to Promote Health

Beyond screening, APNs implement interventions that encourage healthy behaviors and reduce risks. For mental health support, APNs may provide counseling, coordinate referrals, and integrate telehealth services for accessibility.

APNs can guide young adults on safe sexual practices, substance abuse prevention, and injury reduction strategies.

 By combining clinical expertise with patient-centered communication, APNs can foster trust, promote engagement, and improve long-term outcomes for young adults.

References
Beverly, E. A. (2023). Addressing social determinants of health in clinical practice. Journal of General Internal Medicine, 38(3), 623–631. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11606-022-07902-1

Pranckeviciene, A., et al. (2022). Screening for depression and anxiety in primary care. BMC Primary Care, 23(1), 45. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12875-022-01645-0