ERIC Number: EJ933376
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2011-Aug
Pages: 6
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ISSN: ISSN-1059-8405
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Evaluation of an Intervention Program to Increase Immunization Compliance among School Children
Luthy, Karlen E.; Thorpe, Aubrey; Dymock, Leah Clark; Connely, Samantha
Journal of School Nursing, v27 n4 p252-257 Aug 2011
State immunization laws necessitate compliance for students enrolling in a public or private school system. In support of state laws, school nurses expend hours to achieve immunization compliance with school-age children. For the purpose of creating a more efficient system, researchers implemented an educational and incentive program in local elementary schools to increase tetanus, diphtheria, and acellular pertussis (Tdap) booster compliance rates. Students were instructed in regard to their immune systems, immunizations, and where to obtain immunizations. In addition, compliant students were entered into a drawing for an iPod Shuffle or a RipStick. In 2009, the compliance rate expanded from 4% to 57% during a 4-week intervention program. Notably, the Tdap immunization compliance rate in the previous year (2008) was 54%. Researchers concluded that the intervention did not improve compliance rates significantly. (Contains 2 tables.)
Descriptors: Intervention, Incentives, School Nurses, Immunization Programs, State Legislation, Compliance (Psychology), Compliance (Legal), Elementary School Students, Health Promotion, Grade 6, Grade 7, Program Effectiveness
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Elementary Education; Grade 6; Grade 7
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Utah
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