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ERIC Number: EJ525387
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1996
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ISSN: ISSN-0022-4391
Functions of School Nurses and Health Assistants in U.S. School Health Programs.
Fryer, George E., Jr.; Igoe, Judith B.
Journal of School Health, v66 n2 p55-58 Feb 1996
Data from a nationwide survey of school districts were used to contrast roles of nurses and health assistants in school health programs. Results indicated that nurses were underused in school health education. Health assistants tended to administer medication and basic first aid, and nurses provided technically involved clinical services. (SM)
Descriptors: Child Health, Elementary Secondary Education, Health Promotion, National Surveys, School Aides, School Districts, School Health Services, School Nurses, School Safety
Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Professional Role