Every two years, the U.S. conducts a Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) detailing trends of youth risk behaviors occurring over the past 10 years. The most r

Every two years, the U.S. conducts a Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) detailing trends of youth risk behaviors occurring over the past 10 years. The most recent YRBS analysis describes several trends that are impacting the well-being of teens. Explore the link to the YRBS results provided in the topic Resources. After reviewing the data for your state, identify one trend and area of focus that is impacting teens:

Sexual behavior

Source: https://www.cdc.gov/yrbs/index.html

State: Florida, US

Identify factors influencing this trend. Discuss data that validates this trend as a concern for adolescents today. Illustrate the nurse's role and specific actions that the nurse can take in addressing this area of concern in adolescents. Include specific support and informational resources the nurse can provide to parents or teenagers (such as website or contact information).

Initial discussion question posts should be a minimum of 200 words and include at least two references cited using APA format.

American Association of Colleges of Nursing Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education

This assignment aligns to AACN Core Competency 3.1.