Date of Publication
2025
Project Team
Lili Martin, DNP, RN, PCCN and Tara Chasnoff, APRN, NP
Abstract
This quality improvement project aimed to standardize the process of taking sexual health histories in a college student health center to enhance patient care, improve early detection, and empower patients in discussions about their sexual health. Baseline data was gathered from a Spring 2024 audit to understand the volume of sexual health-related visits. A standardized sexual health history questionnaire was introduced and distributed during qualifying visits. Providers' feedback was collected through pre- and post-surveys to assess the effectiveness of the intervention, while the number of completed questionnaires was tracked to evaluate implementation success. During the Fall 2024 semester, 73 qualifying patient visits were recorded, with 16 questionnaires completed (21.9%). All patients who completed the questionnaire found it helpful in guiding their care. Pre-survey results indicated strong provider support for the initiative, and post-survey results revealed significant improvement in the standardization of practice, with providers reporting increased confidence in using the questionnaire. While challenges such as inconsistent distribution and variability in provider adherence were encountered, the intervention demonstrated positive outcomes, including high satisfaction among patients and providers. These findings suggest that the standardized sexual health history questionnaire may improve care quality and efficiency. However, further research and broader implementation are needed to address the limitations and optimize the process. This project provides a successful model for standardizing sexual health history collection in college health. Future efforts should focus on addressing the challenges encountered, ensuring consistent implementation, and expanding the scope of the project to further improve sexual health care delivery.
Document Type
Project
Recommended Citation
Hurwitz, Grace Anya, "Improving the Collection of a Sexual Health History by Providers in College Health" (2025). College of Nursing and Health Sciences Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Project Publications. 167.
https://scholarworks.uvm.edu/cnhsdnp/167