Product Details
School Nursing: A Comprehensive Text, 4th Edition
Robin Adair Shannon, DNP, RN, NCSN, PHNA-BC
Catherine F. Yonkaitis, DNP, RN, NCSN, PHNS-BC
Deliver the highest standard of care to school-age children with the most comprehensive, evidence-based resource for school nurses.
This thoroughly updated fourth edition prepares you for the multifaceted role of school nursing—whether you’re providing care, leading programs, or advocating for student wellness.
Available in print and eBook formats. Includes online access to downloadable resources.
New & Updated Content:
- The lasting impact of COVID-19 on school health
- Health equity, diversity, and culturally responsive care
- Legal considerations and leadership strategies
Practical Features:
- One-of-a-kind guidance on health assessments, IEPs, 504s, and mental health care
- Coverage of urgent topics like school violence, bullying, and gun safety
- FREE access to downloadable tools: fillable PDFs, customizable templates, checklists, and more
Ideal for practicing school nurses, public health professionals, and students in school health programs.
Table of Contents:
- School Nursing: A Specialty PracticeÂ
1. Historical Perspectives of School Nursing
2. Population Health and School Nursing Practice
3. The Specialty Practice of School Nursing
4. The School Nurse’s Role as Educator
5. Evidence-based School Nursing Practice - Legal Foundations for School Nursing
6. The Law and School Nursing Practice
7. Federal Laws Protecting Students with Disabilities
8. Health and Education Plans for Students with Special Healthcare Needs - Population Health School Nursing Practice
9. Growth and Development: Preschool Through Adolescence
10. Culturally Effective School Nursing Care
11. Student Exposure to Trauma
12. Health Promotion and Screening in Schools
13. Disease Prevention and Management in Schools
14. Prevention & Management of Childhood Obesity in Schools
15. Emergency and Disaster Preparedness and Response in Schools - Caring for Students with Episodic Conditions
16. Students With Health Common Complaints
17. Students With Acute Illness and Injury
18. Students with Skin Conditions
19. Students who are Pregnant and Parenting - Caring for Students with Special Healthcare Needs
20. Supporting Students With Special Healthcare Needs
21. Students With Allergies
22. Students With Asthma and Cystic Fibrosis
23. Students with Diabetes
24. Students with Select Chronic Conditions
25. Students with Medical Complexity - Caring for Students With Neurologic, Behavioral, and Mental Health Conditions
26. Students With Neurodevelopmental Disorders
27. Students With Seizures and Epilepsy
28. Students With Behavioral/Mental Health Concerns and Conditions
29. Students Engaging in Risk-taking Behaviors - School Health Services Leadership
30. Managing the School Health Office
31. Supervising School Health Services
32. Funding and Budgeting for School Health Services
33. Promoting School Staff Wellness
