Fast Facts for the School Nurse

• Guidance in answering difficult questions posed by students, teachers, parents, and administrators
• "Words of Wisdom" from school nurse colleagues and self-help suggestions for a healthier you
• New chapter dedicated to the National Association of School Nurses’ 21st Century Framework for School Nurse Practice
• New chapter on pandemic awareness, readiness, and steps a school nurse must take
• Expanded chapter on technologies for the school health office
• Updated information on mental health issues and awareness including depression, anxiety, stress
• Expanded chapter dealing with gender identify issues including transgender
• Additional information on use of marijuana and vaping
• Review questions at the end of each chapter (with answers and rationale)

More Info

• Addresses the five content components included in the National Certification Examination for School Nurses—health problems and nursing management, health appraisal, health promotion and disease prevention, professional issues, and special health needs.
• Covers guidelines, management protocols, and care plans for childhood disorders, accidents, and emergency situations.
• Includes new information on pandemic readiness and measures, mental health conditions, substance abuse, sexual orientation, and emerging technologies.
• Provides quick reference for health office set up, recommended immunizations, national health observances, and a handy month-by-month calendar.