83 Neb. Admin. Code, ch. 11, § 009

Current through September 17, 2024
Section 83-11-009 - Medical Screening

Medical screening shall be performed on all juveniles upon admission to the facility. The findings shall be recorded on a printed form approved by the facility physician. The medical screening shall include, at a minimum, the following:

Inquiry into:

009.01 Current illness and health problems, including dental problems, sexually transmitted diseases and other infectious diseases;
009.02 Medication taken and special health requirements;
009.03 Use of alcohol or drugs, which includes types, methods, date or time of last use, and a history of problems that may have occurred after ceasing use;
009.04 Past or present treatment or hospitalization for mental disturbance or suicidal behavior;
009.05 Mental illness; and
009.06 Other health problems designated by the facility physician.

Observation of:

009.07 Behavior, including state of consciousness, mental status, appearance, conduct, tremor, or sweating; and
009.08 Body deformities, physical injuries, trauma markings, bruises, jaundice, rashes, evidence of body vermin, ease of movement, etc.

Disposition to:

009.09 General population;
009.10 General population and referral to appropriate health care services; or
009.11 Immediate referral to health care services.

83 Neb. Admin. Code, ch. 11, § 009