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Nursing, food service, and the child with diabetes
Jena Clayton Barrett1, Debra K Goodwin, Olivia Kendrick
1University of Alabama School of Nursing, Tuscaloosa, USA.
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School nurses are vital for supporting children with diabetes. Educating school staff ensures a safe and positive educational experience for students with diabetes mellitus.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Public Health
- Nursing Education
Background:
- Child safety in schools is a significant societal concern.
- Children with chronic conditions like diabetes require specialized care in educational settings.
- Approximately 35 U.S. children are diagnosed with diabetes mellitus daily.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the critical role of school nurses in managing student diabetes.
- To emphasize the need for comprehensive diabetes education for school staff.
- To outline strategies for creating a supportive school environment for diabetic children.
Main Methods:
- Discussion of the school nurse's role in interdisciplinary team formation.
- Exploration of the school nurse's responsibilities in educating food service personnel.
- Addressing confidentiality concerns related to student diabetes management.
Main Results:
- School nurses are central to coordinating care for students with diabetes.
- Effective diabetes education empowers school staff to manage student needs.
- Proactive management strategies enhance the school experience for diabetic children.
Conclusions:
- School nurses are essential for ensuring the safety and well-being of diabetic students.
- Interdisciplinary collaboration and staff education are key to successful diabetes management in schools.
- Addressing the unique challenges of diabetes in schools promotes positive educational outcomes.
Abstract:
The safety and well-being of children while they are at school or day care is a major concern in our society. It is therefore important that the professionals who are entrusted with the care of young people possess the knowledge and skills necessary to provide a safe and caring environment for all children, including those with chronic disorders such as diabetes. Each day 35 children in the United States are diagnosed with diabetes mellitus. To make their school experiences positive, it is imperative that school employees be aware of the potential challenges associated with diabetes and how to meet these challenges successfully. This article discusses the role of the school nurse in forming an interdisciplinary team to work with a child with diabetes. It addresses the school nurse's role in diabetes education of food service personnel in the school. Confidentiality issues are also addressed.