Despite increased abilities across developmental realms,  including the maturation of pain systems involving self-regulation and  the coordination of affect and cognition, the transition to young  adulthood is accompanied by higher rates of mortality, greater  engagement in health-damaging behaviors, and an increase in chronic  conditions. Rates of motor vehicle fatality and homicide peak during  young adulthood, as do mental health problems, substance abuse,  unintentional pregnancies, and sexually transmitted infections.

Describe how the advanced practice nurse can play a role in  improving the health of young adults through preventive screening and  intervention.

Post your discussion to the Moodle Discussion Forum. Every  student must provide a substantive response to the topic of the  discussion (the initial post must be minimum 500 words) and post a  minimum of two additional responses to peers (minimum 150 words). Please  submit by Thursday 11:59pm,