Improving Suicide Screening in Oncology: High-Risk Older Adults and Males

Presentation Year

2026

College or Department

College of Professional Studies

Short Description of your Research or Creative Project (700 characters or less)

Suicide risk among patients with cancer is often overlooked, despite being significantly higher than in the general population, especially among older adults and males. In many inpatient oncology settings, screening is inconsistent and limited to admission, leaving changes in distress undetected. This quality improvement project proposes a structured, multilevel approach, including standardized screening, improved communication, and policy-driven protocols. Guided by the Johns Hopkins model, the goal is to improve early identification and timely intervention. Expected outcomes include increased screening consistency, better recognition of distress, and improved patient safety.

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Yes

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nursing-stevens-dezeray-202028-3x4.pdf (735.35 KB)

Primary Contact: First Name

Dezeray

Primary Contact: Last Name

Stevens

Primary Contact: Email

dms222@humboldt.edu

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Undergraduate Student

Primary Contact: Phone Number

5309993411

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4'x3'