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Shelley Spurr¹, Jill Bally, Marcella Ogenchuk

¹College of Nursing, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. shelley.spurr@usask.ca

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|October 22, 2011

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This study introduces a nursing framework for assessing adolescent wellness, covering physical, spiritual, psychological, and social health. It offers a practical tool for nurses to promote holistic adolescent well-being across diverse settings.

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Assessment and Evaluation of the High Risk Neonate: The NICU Network Neurobehavioral Scale

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Published on: August 25, 2014

Area of Science:

Nursing Science
Adolescent Health

Background:

Adolescent health requires a comprehensive approach beyond physical well-being.
Nurses play a crucial role in promoting adolescent wellness.
Existing assessment tools may not fully capture the holistic needs of adolescents.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose a holistic Framework for Exploring Adolescent Wellness (FEAW) tailored for nursing practice.
To develop a practical assessment tool for evaluating adolescent health across multiple dimensions.
To illustrate the application of the framework in nursing practice.

Main Methods:

Development of a conceptual framework integrating physical, spiritual, psychological, and social health dimensions.
Application of the framework through a reconstructed case study.
Discussion of the framework's utility in diverse nursing specialties and settings.

Main Results:

The proposed framework provides a structured approach to adolescent wellness assessment.
The case study demonstrates the practical application of the framework in identifying and addressing adolescent health needs.
The framework is adaptable for nurses with varying experience levels and across different clinical environments.

Conclusions:

The Framework for Exploring Adolescent Wellness (FEAW) offers a valuable, holistic tool for nurses.
Implementing this framework can enhance the promotion of adolescent well-being in nursing care.
Nurses are well-positioned to utilize this comprehensive approach to support adolescent health outcomes.