Discussion: In this learning activity, you will reflect on all you have learned in this module and answer questions as it relates to the screening process and using screening tools.

Step 1: Review 

Review all the required learning materials for this lesson.

Step 2: Respond

Prepare a 250-400 word piece of writing which answers the following key questions: 

• What are the pros of using standardized and validated screening tools?
• What are the cons of using standardized and validated screening tools?
• How can you imagine conducting screening & assessment in your own clinic?
• What drawbacks and facilitators for implementing standardized screenings does your clinic present?

Step 3: Share 

To share your work, click on the “Add a new discussion topic” button under this post and paste your work into the “Message” box. Make sure to reference others’ intellectual property when necessary. All references should follow 7th Edition APA formatting. For further instructions, see the resource on the Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library: APA citation resource (N.B. references are excluded from word counts).

Step 4: Interact 

To complete the activity, you will need to reply to at least two posts made by your peers in a respectful and professional manner. Be sure that your post engages your peers' ideas by including a reflection on their comments, sharing ideas on other potential difficulties and parties involved, or asking thought-provoking questions. If a peer comments on your posting, please reply. To post a reply, click “Reply” on a particular discussion, write your feedback and then click on “Post to forum.

OPTIONAL Step 5: Interact (10 minutes)

If you would like to, you can reply to your peers' posts in a respectful and professional manner. Ensure that your post engages your peers' ideas by including a reflection on their comments, sharing ideas of other potential difficulties and parties involved, or asking thought-provoking questions. If a peer comments on your posting, please reply. To post a reply, click “Reply” on a particular discussion, write your feedback and then click on “Post to forum.”