Discuss what the mnemonic device HEEADSSS means. Give an example of an adolescent concern for each issue. Share specific examples from your nursing experience. If you have not had professional experience working with adolescents, provide a hypothetical situation.
HEEADSSS mnemonic
The HEEADSSS screening tool is an enhancement of the social history in adolescent care visits that typically is obtained after the family history and before the review of systems. The mnemonic stands for:
H - Home
E - Education and employment
E - Eating disorder screening
A - Activities
D - Drugs
S - Sexuality
S - Suicide risk and depression
S - Safety (fights, car, weapons)
Example of adolescent concerns for each issue :-
Home - want privacy at home
Education and employment - will I be able to crack examination and get government jobs
Eating disorders - bulimia nervosa ,will I be overweight and obese
Activities - wants to be part of adventurous activities ,will that make me called crazy
Drugs - will be addicted to drugs like cocaine , heroine if i use it
Sexuality - will i get some viral infections if i indulge in sex
Suicide /depression - is suicide the best option to overcome our drawbacks and failure .
Safety - how safe i am in the present community
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