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School Nursing Protocol for the Management of Human Bites
Ruth Collins1, Robin Wallin2, Katherine Park1
1School Nurse, Parkway School District, Chesterfield, MO.
NASN School Nurse (Print)
|April 25, 2019
Summary
Human biting in schools requires a protocol for timely care and education. Standardized guidelines help school nurses manage incidents, identify triggers, and plan interventions for students, parents, and staff.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Nursing
- School Health
- Child Development
Background:
- Human biting is a normal developmental stage in infants but problematic in school settings, causing injury and stress.
- School staff often lack preparedness and standardized guidelines to manage biting incidents effectively.
- Delayed or inadequate care following bites can negatively impact students and staff.
Purpose of the Study:
- To emphasize the need for standardized protocols for managing human bite incidents in schools.
- To highlight the role of school nurses in providing timely first aid and education.
- To support evidence-based practice and identify educational needs through documentation.
Main Methods:
- Review of current practices and challenges in managing school biting incidents.
- Emphasis on the development and implementation of a standardized protocol.
- Importance of accurate documentation for identifying bite triggers and knowledge gaps.
Main Results:
- Protocols facilitate timely information dissemination to students, parents, and staff.
- Standardized guidelines equip school nurses to provide appropriate first aid and education.
- Documentation aids in identifying behavioral triggers and planning targeted educational interventions.
Conclusions:
- Implementing a human bite protocol in schools is crucial for effective incident management.
- School nurses are vital in providing evidence-based care and education following bite incidents.
- Protocols enhance school safety and support a healthier learning environment by addressing biting behaviors.
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