A student needs medication at school, what form must be on file in order for medications to be administered?
WCPS Authorization for Medication to be Given During School Hours
100
The school health nurse must contact the parent/guardian for student pickup when the student's temperature is ___________
100 degrees -with symptoms or 101 regardless of whether or not a student has symptoms.
100
No student may attend any grade (K-12) of any school without presenting a certificate of _________________?
immunization
100
How long do you have to go to school to become a Registered Nurse?
2 years to acquire an Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN)
4 years to acquire a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
100
What type of academic degree must a school health nurse possess?
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
200
The doctor signs the medication authorization form, who else must sign the form giving consent for the medication to be given at school?
Parent or guardian
200
•Fever* or feeling feverish/chills
•Cough
•Sore throat
•Runny or stuffy nose
•Muscle or body aches
•Headaches
•Fatigue (tiredness)
•Vomiting and diarrhea
These are symptoms of ___________?
Flu or Influenza
200
The McKinney-Vento Act prohibits exclusion of _____________ students for lack of immunizations.
Homeless or Displaced
200
Can you practice as a nurse after completing nursing school, or is there another requirement?
Once a person graduates nursing school, he/she must sit for a licensure examination. Once this is passed, he/she can practice as a nurse.
200
What National Certification is a School Health Nurse eligible for after 3 years of employment and after completing an exam?
National Certified School Health Nurse (NCSN)
300
If a student needs a cough drop, is a medication authorization required?
Yes- cough drops contain medication, so authorization is required
300
Drainage from one or both eyes, accompanied by itching, tearing and redness can be symptoms of ___________?
Pink eye or conjunctivitis.
300
Which staff member at the school oversees and ensures that immunizations are up-to-date and proof of these vaccines are on file?
The school health nurse and any other staff designated by the principal
300
Where do nurses work?
Hospitals, doctor's offices, nursing homes, schools (K12, colleges or universities), home health, independent companies (medical equipment/medication) and health departments just to name a few.
300
School health nurses provide multiple screenings throughout the school year. What screening is most popular for the Fall of the year and applies to 1st, 4th, 7th & 9th graders?
Vision
400
If a student carries an inhaler and administers his/her own medication, is a medication authorization required ?
Yes. Any student medication present at school requires a medication authorization.
400
If a student has thrown up or has diarrhea on Tuesday, can he/she come to school on Wednesday?
No. A student should be symptom free for 24 hours before returning to school.
400
What two exemptions are acceptable exclusions to the immunization requirement in North Carolina?
Medical exemption
Religious exemption
400
Can males be nurses?
Yes, many males choose nursing as a career.
400
The health nurse within your school only provides services to the students on campus?
No. School health nurses also over see the health and well-being of staff members. The school health nurse can also provide assistance in any emergency situation on campus involving a student, staff, or visitor.
500
Does WCPS have a specific policy that outlines Medication Administration?
Yes. When medication is necessary at school the principal may designate school personnel to administer medication according to the policy (6125)
500
What is the number one way to prevent the spread of germs?
Washing your hands.
500
The school health nurse in every school administers vaccines?
No.
The WISH centers in certain schools are allowed to administer certain vaccines.
500
What high school subjects will help me to prepare to become a nurse?
Math, science, technology, and Allied Health classes will help if you are interested in nursing as a career.
500
There is 1 school nurse in every school within the county?
No. Some School Health Nurses have multiple school sites in which they serve.