Youth health and wellbeing assessment flow diagram

A young person aged 12-24 years old presents to healthcare facility. Use clinical judgement to assess appropriateness for under 14 year olds and young people with a disability. Young people with a disability may require support to complete the form.

Is it appropriate to conduct the assessment? (eg. well enough, cognitively competent, privacy)

1. No - Reassess appropriateness throughout admissions or visit.
2. Yes - Are you able to conduct a face to face interview?
   1. No - Use the self-completed Youth Health and Wellbeing Assessment Chart. Are any concerns identified?
      1. No - Document in patient's healthcare record.
      2. Yes - Provide appropriate response and document. Review identified concerns and actions taken as appropriate.
   2. Yes - Conduct a HEEADSSS Assessment. Any concerns identified?
      1. No - Document in patient's healthcare record.
      2. Yes - Provide appropriate response and document. Review identified concerns and actions taken as appropriate.