A 17-year-old female present at a nurse practitioner's office requests a signature for working papers.The nurse reviews her chart and notes that the girl's last physical examination was two years ago.In addition to providing the signature for the working papers,the nurse should use this visit as:

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The visit provides an opportunity for health supervision, as the girl has not had a physical examination in two years. The nurse should use this opportunity to assess the patient's overall health and well-being, screen for any potential health issues, and provide appropriate recommendations or referrals. While discussing birth control and education may also be important topics, they are not the primary focus of this visit. Exercise and sports participation may be important to discuss, but only if it is relevant to the patient's health or job requirements.

A 17-Year-Old Female Present at a Nurse Practitioner's Office Requests