Teaching teachers about school health emergencies

Area of Science:

• Pediatric Nursing
• Educational Psychology
• Public Health Policy

Background:

• Legislation mandates inclusive education, placing students with special health care needs (SHCN) in public schools.
• Teachers require enhanced skills to manage diverse health emergencies in the classroom.
• Increased prevalence of health emergencies necessitates preparedness among educators.

Purpose of the Study:

• To assess the impact of a nurse-led educational intervention on teachers' knowledge and anxiety.
• To evaluate the effectiveness of training in managing health emergencies for students with SHCN.
• To determine the feasibility of nurse-led education in school settings.

Main Methods:

• A nurse-led educational intervention was delivered to 324 teachers.
• Pre- and post-intervention assessments measured knowledge and anxiety levels.
• Study focused on emergency response for children with special health care needs.

Main Results:

• The intervention significantly increased teachers' knowledge of emergency management.
• Teachers reported a significant decrease in anxiety related to handling health emergencies.
• The educational program proved effective in preparing teachers for diverse student needs.

Conclusions:

• Nurse-led educational interventions are effective in enhancing teacher preparedness for school health emergencies.
• Training reduces teacher anxiety and improves confidence in managing students with SHCN.
• Integrating health education into teacher training is crucial for inclusive school environments.