School Nursing: The Essential Reference

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Delivers the critical information school nurses need for effective practice School Nursing: The Essential Reference provides comprehensive coverage of school nursing--from key foundational principles and best practices for the care and management of students to the future of school nursing practice. Edited and authored by experts in the field, this multidisciplinary reference offers full background on the scope and standards of school nursing, interdisciplinary practices, coordinated school health programs, cultural competency, and laws and ethics. It also provides tools for the school nurse to thrive as an advocate, health educator, and leader. School Nursing: The Essential Reference provides evidence-based clinical protocols for the management of acute and chronic illnesses and issues confronted by the marginalized student. Sexual orientation and gender identity are explored, as are violence toward self and others, emergency and disaster preparedness, and the impact of COVID-19. This guide is useful not only for novice and experienced school nurses, but also for school-nursing students and those preparing for state or national certification exams. Key Features: Provides comprehensive coverage of all elements of school nursing practice Highlights best practices for the care and management of students, including the marginalized student Addresses sexual orientation and gender identity, violence toward self and others, emergency, and disaster preparedness Discusses the impact of COVID-19 on school nursing practice and related management strategies Offers tips for the school nurse to thrive as advocate, health educator, and leader Purchase includes access to the eBook for use on most mobile devices or computers. Cover Title Contents Contributors Preface Acknowledgments part I: 20th Century School Health Practice Chapter 1: School Nursing: Early Beginnings and the Unfolding of a New Nursing Specialty Introduction Our History: Women as Nurturers and Caregivers The Age of Modern Nursing The Age of Nurse’s Training The Age of Educational Preparation Today’s Nursing Profession Definition of School Nursing A History of School Nursing: The Path to and from Henry Street The Henry Street Settlement School Nursing Today Legislation Impacting Schools Summary References Further Readings Chapter 2: Prevention Concepts in School Nursing Introduction Prevention Versus Intervention Categories of Health Prevention Primary Prevention and Education Primary Prevention and Immunizations Immunization Exemptions Provisional Admission Documents Acceptable as Proof of Immunizations Immunization Provisions Immunization Requirements Secondary Prevention and Screenings Suggestions for Screening Implementation Height/Weight Screening Vision Screening Audiometric Screening Blood Pressure Screening Oral Screening Scoliosis Screening Medications and Tertiary Prevention Treatments and Tertiary Prevention The Prevention Framework (CDC Prevention, n.d.) References Further Readings Chapter 3: The Intersection of Health Education and School Nursing Introduction Role of the School Nurse in Health Education History of Health Education Behavior Change Theories Characteristics of Effective Health Education National Health Education Standards Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child References Recommended Readings Online Resources Part II: 21st Century School Healthy Practice Chapter 4: The Role of the School Nurse in Building Healthy Communities Introduction Tapping School Nurses as Change Agents in Communities to Address Health Goals Strategies for Community Engagement to Build a Culture of Health Focus on Upstream Interventions Engaging Strategic Community Partners and Diverse Stakeholders Collective School-Based, Population Health Interventions Health Promotion Policy Development References Online Resources Further Readings Chapter 5: Framework for the 21st Century School Nurse Practice Introduction 21st Century Framework Standards of Practice: Overview and Background on Development Standards of Practice Care Coordination Within the School and Community Leadership Quality Improvement Community/Public Health References Chapter 6: Interdisciplinary Practices and the New School Environment Introduction Cultivating Relationships and Building Trust Coordinated Care Core Team Member Fostering a Culture of Health and Wellness Administrator–Nurse Rapport References Further Readings Chapter 7: The School Nurse, Health office, and Therapeutic Interventions Introduction Educational Preparation for the School Nurse Attributes of a School Nurse The School Health Office The Nursing Process Definition of the Nursing Process Components of the Nursing Process Assessments Documentation Emergency Information Daily Log Individual Health Folders Administrative Reports School Nurse Resources Special Considerations for the School Nurse References Further Reading Chapter 8: The Developing Child and Challenges to Learning Introduction Scope of the Chapter Basic Neuroanatomy Brain Structure Background History Common Terms Used in Special Education Evaluation Process Other Barriers to Learning Family Dysfunction Classroom Strategies for Common Behavioral Problems References Further Readings Chapter 9: Acute Conditions in the School-Aged Child Introduction Urgent and Potentially Life-Threatening Conditions Common Infectious Diseases Traumatic Causes of Injury Common Complaints References Chapter 10: Chronic Conditions in the School-Aged Child Introduction Scope of Chapter Neurological Conditions Pulmonary Conditions Hematologic Conditions Other Chronic Conditions Eating Disorders Gastrointestinal Disease HIV/AIDS Oral Health Juvenile Arthritis Childhood Cancers Obesity and Overweight Lupus Hypertension Conclusion References Chapter 11: The New Alphabet for School Personnel Introduction Working as a Team Member: 504, CST, and I&RS Team Health Services: An In-Depth Look at IHP, ECP, and EEP References Online Resources Part III: The Potentially marginalized Child Chapter 12: Mental Health Disorders in School-Aged Children Introduction Stigma and Mental Illness: Critical Definitions and the Words We Use Critical Words and Word Placement Current Statistics Related to Mental Disorders in School-Aged Children The Role of Genetics and Epigenetics: Determinants of Mental Illness in Children Mental Illnesses in Children Common Mental Illnesses in Childhood References Online Resources Chapter 13: Cultural Diversity Introduction Key Concepts Related to Culture and Health Demography and Demographic Shifts Among School-Aged Children Health Disparities in the School Setting Culture in Transition Six Cultural Phenomena That Affect Health Cultural Competence for the School Nurse Conclusion References Online Resources Further Reading Chapter 14: Substance Abuse in School-Aged Children Introduction History of Illegal Substance Use in the United States Substance Use Among Youth Today Key Definitions Why Youth Use Drugs Effects of Drug Abuse on Youth Common Drugs Used by Youth Alcohol Tobacco Marijuana Opioids Inhalants Current Issues in Drug Use Prescription Drug Misuse The Opioid Crisis Vaping The Role of the School Nurse Recognize That Easy Access Facilitates Substance Use Identify Vulnerable Students Ensure Evidence-Based Substance Abuse Policy Development Encourage School-Wide Prevention Programming Enhance Perceptions of School Connectedness Conclusion References Online Resources Further Readings Chapter 15: Gender Identity: Supporting Nonbinary and Transgender Students in the School Setting Introduction Terminology and Language: What the Words Mean Statistics: The Importance of Affirmation and Support at School Improving School Climate: A Brief Review of How Some Schools Navigate Supporting Transgender Students Role of the School Nurse: How the School Nurse May Help References Online Resources Further Readings Chapter 16: Eating Disorders and Obesity Introduction Eating Disorders References Online Resources Further Readings Chapter 17: Bullying in the School Setting Introduction Legislation Definitions Assessing the Safety of the School Environment Methods to Improve the School Environment Collaborating With Other School Professionals to Reduce Bullying References Online Resources Further Readings Part IV: Future Perspectives for School Health Practice Chapter 18: Legal Aspects of School Nurse Practice Introduction Glossary of Terms for Legal Aspects in School Nursing Federal Government Executive Branch Legislative Branch The Judicial Branch State and Local Governments State Executive Branch State Legislative Branch State Judicial Branch Local Government School Board Policies Legal Issues in Action Examples of Legislation in Response to Sentinel Events Frequently Asked Questions References Chapter 19: School-Based Health Clinics Introduction Conclusion References Chapter 20: Special Education Introduction An Initial Guide Into the World of Special Education The First Steps—Pre-referral Interventions What Is the Child Study Team? The Next Step—Referral to the Child Study Team The School Nurse’s Role References Chapter 21: Violence Toward Self and Others Introduction Violence Toward Oneself Conclusion References Online Resources Chapter 22: School-Based Crisis Management Introduction The Benefits of Early Crisis Intervention Definition of Terms Definitions of Crisis Reactions to Crisis Crisis Drills Preventive Measures Safety Teams, Crisis Teams, and Planning Assessing Psychological Trauma: Conducting Psychological Triage Supports and Interventions Role of School-Based Health Providers References Chapter 23: Ethical Issues in the School Setting Introduction Vaccine Refusal Medical Marijuana in the School Setting References Further Readings Chapter 24: 21st Century Technology for the School Nurse Introduction The 21st Century School Health Office Electronic Medical Records School Health Office Technology Electronic Medical Records and Electronic Health Records Web-Based Student Information and Administrative Software Systems for Schools Selection of a School Health Documentation System Big Data Privacy and Electronic Security Wearable Technology and Telemedicine Conclusion References Chapter 25: The Shifting Paradigm for School Health Introduction Conclusion References Chapter 26: Pandemics and Plagues Introduction Infection Versus Infectious Diseases Immune Response Herd Immunity Modes of Disease Transmission Barriers to Infection Epidemic Versus Pandemic Versus Plagues The Coronavirus Origin Scope of the Coronavirus Pandemic Incubation Period Mutation Transmission Quarantine Versus Isolation Versus Social Distancing School Perspectives for Coronavirus What School Nurses Should Expect Prevention Concepts for Students, Staff, and the School Plant Resources Testing Procedures Contact Tracing Vaccine Hopes Notable Concerns Related to COVID-19 The Expanded Role of the School Nurse Conclusion References Further Readings Index