Many college students are not prepared to manage their health care as they take on new responsibilities. A nurse practitioner has identified common gaps in knowledge after treating numerous students. One major issue is insurance, which can be confusing for anyone. Students often lack a copy of their insurance card and are unsure about their deductible and copay.

Further details about the common health knowledge gaps among college students are available. A nurse practitioner at a clinic near a university shares his insights based on years of experience treating students.

The clinic sees a high volume of college students, with about 90 percent of patients being students during certain semesters.