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School nurses have the same functions and responsibilities of all nurses, including:
- assessment for health vs. illness
- recognizing communicable diseases
- teaching about common illnesses
- referring students, through their parents, to appropriate care or resources
- administering prescribed medications during school hours
- assessing for side effects to prescribed medications
- to respond appropriately to first aid needs and emergencies
- to know when she/he needs to seek additional help
- to keep basic records
- to facilitate accuracy and follow-up for immunization documentation
A school nurse differs in that she/he works in a specialized setting, and has some additional roles as a school nurse vs. a hospital based nurse.
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