Depression (12+), tobacco/vaping (12+), falls (65+ but can be added to those under the age of 65 if needed), and then blood pressure control is another big focus area.
With depression screening I try to reinforce with our specialty providers during orientation that I wouldn't expect a cardiologist to manage a patient's depression but we do need their help in recognizing (completing the screening) and referring to the PCP or BH (escalating care for an elevated PHQ).
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Andrea Kelly MSN, RN, NE-BC, NPD-BC
Director, Education and Professional Development
ECU Health Physicians
Greenville NC
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Original Message:
Sent: 01-30-2026 08:59
From: Lauren Croco
Subject: Urgent Care Risk Screening
Thank you Andrea & agree patient acuity may take priority. What specific questions are part of your screening?
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Lauren Croco
Original Message:
Sent: 01-30-2026 08:39
From: Andrea Kelly
Subject: Urgent Care Risk Screening
We do ask that they try and complete the screenings we report and to recheck an elevated BP before dispo. On the flip side, we also understand that there may be times it is not reasonable to complete them, either due to patient acuity or surge events.
Completing screenings in our Urgent/Immediate Care offices helps ensure that if that's the only care the patient receives from us during the year, we've at least addressed what we should.
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Andrea Kelly MSN, RN, NE-BC, NPD-BC
Director, Education and Professional Development
ECU Health Physicians
Greenville NC
Original Message:
Sent: 01-29-2026 14:58
From: Lauren Croco
Subject: Urgent Care Risk Screening
Hi, for those who work in urgent care, what questions do you have as part of your risk screening (ex. falls, learning needs)? Also, curious what is asked at urgent cares that are regulated.
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Lauren Croco
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