Screening helps determine admission eligibility and what else?

Screening helps determine admission eligibility and what else?

• A. The need for additional professional assessment and/or services
• B. The Preferred Therapist
• C. Length of Stay
• D. Cost of Treatment

Answer: (B)

Screening is the initial step that helps decide whether someone is eligible for admission and what additional evaluation or services may be needed. It quickly flags any issues that require a deeper look, such as potential co-occurring mental health conditions, medical concerns, or social supports, so the team can plan whether a full assessment or a specific referral is required. It’s not about choosing a preferred therapist, predicting how long treatment will last, or determining the cost at this stage. The main purpose is to determine admission appropriateness and identify the need for further professional assessment or services to tailor the next steps in care.

Screening is the initial step that helps decide whether someone is eligible for admission and what additional evaluation or services may be needed. It quickly flags any issues that require a deeper look, such as potential co-occurring mental health conditions, medical concerns, or social supports, so the team can plan whether a full assessment or a specific referral is required. It’s not about choosing a preferred therapist, predicting how long treatment will last, or determining the cost at this stage. The main purpose is to determine admission appropriateness and identify the need for further professional assessment or services to tailor the next steps in care.