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Improving Behavioral Health And Social Determinants Of Health Screening In Primary Care, Caitlin Gerity Ba, Rn, Dnpc
Improving Behavioral Health And Social Determinants Of Health Screening In Primary Care, Caitlin Gerity Ba, Rn, Dnpc
College of Nursing and Health Sciences Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Project Publications
Purpose: Detection and intervention of depression, substance use disorder, and social determinants of health (SDOH) in primary care improves quality of life, prevents complications, reduces health care costs and inequities, and leads to health promotion. This project aimed to increase behavioral health and SDOH screening rates in primary care through implementation of a screening process utilizing validated patient questionnaires.
Methods: A pre-intervention assessment was conducted with Providers A and B. A process was then developed for screening patients at annual exam visits, utilizing the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ)-2, the Single Alcohol and Substance Abuse Screening Questions, and a SDOH Questionnaire. …
Evidence Based Treatment For Excessive Alcohol Consumption And Concurrent Hypertension, Kimberly Ann Ward
Evidence Based Treatment For Excessive Alcohol Consumption And Concurrent Hypertension, Kimberly Ann Ward
College of Nursing and Health Sciences Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Project Publications
Purpose. Excessive alcohol consumption is a preventable risk factor for hypertension, heart disease, and stroke. Though alcohol-related deaths number 88,000 annually in the U.S., alcohol use has the lowest treatment rate of behavioral health disorders at 10%. Excessive alcohol consumption may compromise treatment of hypertension by primary care providers (PCP). This project aims to increase awareness of the hypertension and excessive alcohol use connection and promote screening of alcohol consumption.
Methods A protocol for improving alcohol screening and concurrent hypertension management was developed including: in-person educational presentations; patient education materials; and the use of motivational interviewing. Practice change was assessed …