Quiz 7: Chapter 42

Question 1

Advanced Practice Nurses

Answer 1

The higher the educational level of the school nurse, the better that nurse is able to give complete care to children and their families. may be certified by professional organizations, such as the ANA, or their own professional organization. Most hold master’s degrees in nursing.

Question 2

Americans with Disabilities Act

Answer 2

Was followed by the individuals with disabilities education act in 1997. Both these laws required that more children be allowed to attend schools.

Question 3

Case Manager

Answer 3

Nurse acts by helping to coordinate the health care for children with complex health problems.

Question 4

Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization Act

Answer 4

In 2004 This act designated that each local education agency (LEA) participating in federal school meal programs, such as the National School Lunch or Breakfast Program, must establish a local school wellness policy.

Question 5

Community Outreach

Answer 5

Nurses can be involved in community health fairs or festivals in the schools, using that opportunity to teach others.

Question 6

Consultant

Answer 6

Can provide professional information about proposed changes in the school environment and their impact on the health of the children. The nurse can also recommend changes in the school’s policies or engage community organizations to help make the children’s schools healthier places.

Question 7

Counselor

Answer 7

Have a reputation as being a trustworthy person to whom the children can go if they are in trouble or if they need to confide about a personal matter.

Question 8

Crisis Teams

Answer 8

Are prepared to help everyone respond quickly to the crisis, to ensure the safety of the school, and to follow up on the effects of the crisis on the members of the school.

Question 9

Direct Caregiver

Answer 9

Traditional role of the school nurse.. Expected to give immediate nursing care to the ill/injured kid or school staff.

Question 10

Do Not Attempt to Resuscitate Orders

Answer 10

In place for children to be in “least restrictive environment”. Some kids may die at school.

Question 11

Education for all Handicapped Children Act

Answer 11

Required that children with disabilities have services provided for them in the schools.

Question 12

Emergency Plan

Answer 12

School nurse must have this in place so that a routine can be followed when emergencies occur.

Question 13

Health Educator

Answer 13

School nurse in the health educator role may be asked to teach children both individually and in the classroom.

Question 14

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA)

Answer 14

Of 1996 requires that all health information be private.

Question 15

Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act

Answer 15

In 2010, this act authorizes funding and sets policy for the National School Lunch Program, the School Breakfast Program, the Summer Food Service Program, and other child and adult food programs. This law seeks to reform the foods available at school so that healthier, more nutritious foods are served.

Question 16

Individualized Education Plans

Answer 16

Schools had to make allowances for their special needs, which included ensuring that their school experience was in balance with their healthcare needs by developing individualized education plans (IEPs) and individualized health plans (IHPs). That meant that more children with HIV, AIDS, chronic illnesses, or mental health problems were in the classrooms and needed more attention from the school nurse.

Question 17

Individualized Health Plans

Answer 17

More children with HIV, AIDS, chronic illnesses, or mental health problems were in the classrooms and needed more attention from the school nurse.

Question 18

No Child Left Behind Act

Answer 18

Requires a healthy environment in the schools, which also affects children who have health problems.

Question 19

National Association of School Nurses

Answer 19

The professional body for school nurses headquartered in Washington D.C. Provides general guidelines and support for all school nurses.

Question 20

Primary Prevention

Answer 20

Provides health promotion and education to prevent health problems in children.

Question 21

Researcher

Answer 21

The school nurse is responsible for making sure that the nursing care given is based on solid, evidence-based practice. Therefore, the school nurse, as an educator, is in the right position to do studies as a researcher that advance school nursing practice.

Question 22

Safe Kids Campaign

Answer 22

The school nurse can provide educational programs reminding children to use their seat belts or bicycle helmets to prevent injuries.

Question 23

School-Based Health Centers

Answer 23

These are family-centered, community-based clinics run within the schools. These clinics give expanded health services, including mental health and dental care, as well as the more traditional health care services.

Question 24

School Health Policies and Practices Study

Answer 24

In 2012 looked at all eight parts of the school health program in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.

Question 25

School-Linked Program

Answer 25

Is coordinated by the school but has community ties.

Question 26

School Nursing

Answer 26

A specialized practice of professional nursing that advances the well-being, academic success and lifelong achievement and health of students.

Question 27

Secondary Prevention

Answer 27

Includes the screening of children for various illnesses, monitoring their growth and development, and caring for them when they are ill or injured.

Question 28

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

Answer 28

An important step in helping all children enjoy a normal educational experience. Federal law that required schools to make accommodations for handicapped kids, medically fragile kids.

Question 29

Tertiary Prevention

Answer 29

In the schools is the continued care of children who need long-term health care services, along with education within the community.

Question 30

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

Answer 30

Laws required that more children be allowed to attend schools.