Adolescence: Contemporary Issues and Resources
Assessment Description
Research the range of contemporary issues teenagers face today. Select one
issue (besides teen pregnancy) a teenager might come to discuss with a nurse
in a health clinic at a local high school. In a 500-750-word paper include the
following:
1. Describe the contemporary issue and explain what external stressors
are associated with this issue.
2. Identify specific questions or assessment tool would you use to screen
for this issue.
3. Outline strategies you, the nurse, would use to establish a therapeutic
relationship with the teenager.
4. Define the legal and ethical parameters regarding what you can and
cannot share with the parent or guardian.
5. Identify specific support options you will you provide for your patient
and/or their family to access? Include the contact information for the
support option.
You are required to cite a minimum of three peer-reviewed sources to
complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the past 5 years,
appropriate for the assignment criteria, and relevant to nursing practice.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style
Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the
assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful
completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the
LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need
assistance.
