Overview
This resource compares commonly used non-medical needs screening tools for pediatric populations to help health care organizations select an approach that fits their patients, priorities, and workflows. It provides an at-a-glance way to understand how available tools differ rather than requiring organizations to review each screening instrument separately.
What the Resource Covers
The comparison summarizes key characteristics of pediatric screening tools, including the populations for which they were designed, the non-medical needs they assess, the number and types of questions included, and reading level. By presenting these features side by side, the resource makes it easier to identify differences in scope and determine which tools may be most appropriate for a particular clinical setting or screening program.
Key Takeaways for Implementation
There is no single screening tool that is appropriate for every pediatric setting. Organizations should consider which needs they intend to identify, the population being served, the length and complexity of the tool, available evidence supporting its use, and how screening will fit into existing workflows before selecting an instrument.
Who May Find This Resource Useful
This resource may be especially useful for pediatric health systems, clinics, and providers comparing social needs screening tools and deciding which instrument best fits their population and program goals.
Resource Type: Tools & Toolkits.
Topic Areas: Pediatrics, social needs screening, screening tools, program planning, implementation.
Population or Setting: Pediatric health care settings, children, and families.
Publication Date: 2019.
Source: Social Interventions Research and Evaluation Network (SIREN).
