Strong intake screening lays the foundation for safe, effective care in correctional settings. This session reviews the role of nursing assessment, observation, and information gathering in making sound clinical decisions during intake encounters. Learn how thorough screening processes improve identification of health concerns, support timely intervention, and strengthen overall patient care from the moment someone enters custody.

Educational Objectives

• Analyze the importance of comprehensive intake screening
• Identify key steps in intake screening
• Apply appropriate nursing clinical decisions for follow up after screening

Level: Intermediate