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Define the physical environment of a school and explain what it can affect. |
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It facilitates optimal learning and development and can decrease the possibility for injury and stress within the school. Includes school size, lighting, color choices, temperature and ventilation, noise control, sanitation and cleanliness, accessibility, and others |
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List the most common problem concerning school nurses in many schools. (p. 26) |
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List the appropriate task of a school health aide? |
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| Handling clerical responsibilities, answering phones, arrange screening exams, participate in vision/hearing screenings, take height and weird measurements, arrange for volunteer help, provide basic first aid as needed in absence of school nurse |
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List the most important place for schools to implement transportation safety measures. |
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| drop-off and pick-up zones |
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| List the main benefit of automatic administration devices for student medications. |
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| ease of proper administration |
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| List the ways to build a positive emotional environment. |
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Model empathetic behavior, show high expectations regarding supportive and affirmative behaviors, low tolerance for put-downs |
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| List and explain the primary role of a school safety council. |
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Establish sound safety policies, procedures, and programs and work closely with a school health coordinating council is present |
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| What is the main reason for the development of school-based health centers? |
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Lack of access to health care |
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| What is the most important precaution for the school to take if a student has a dangerous allergic reaction? |
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Reference their individual emergency care plan to see what emergency treatment is to be given, who is to give the treatment, and how the student is to be transported to the hospital if necessary |
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| What must every school employee know about the all of the students? (p. 31) |
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Who is authorized and professionally prepared to make decisions when health emergencies arise |
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| In safety liability cases, the most common charge against teachers is _________________. |
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| What is the teachers' role in helping students gain access to health services? |
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Suspect and detect needs and refer students to the appropriate person or agency |
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| Where do injuries to elementary students most commonly occur? |
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