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1Licensed School Nurse, DNP Graduate Student in Advanced, Population Health Nursing, University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA.
NASN School Nurse (Print)
|May 22, 2026
Summary
Vision disorders affect young children
Area of Science:
- Pediatric ophthalmology and public health
Background:
- Vision disorders are common in preschoolers, impacting learning and school readiness.
- Inconsistent referral completion after vision screenings affects underserved populations.
- School nurses can bridge this gap with targeted follow-up.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a quality improvement initiative led by school nurses.
- To enhance referral completion rates for preschool vision screenings.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of the Small Steps to Eye Care Action Plan.
- Utilizing a structured, family-centered communication approach by school nurses.
Main Results:
- The quality improvement process aimed to increase successful referrals.
- Structured follow-up by school nurses is key to improving outcomes.
Conclusions:
- School nurse-led interventions are effective in addressing vision care gaps.
- Improving referral completion is crucial for preschooler's educational success.
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