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Advancing Youth Safety: How School Nurses Can Support Youth, Families, and Prevent Firearm Injuries
Karma E Wilson1, Kelitah Armstrong2, Robin Cogan3
1Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA.
NASN School Nurse (Print)
|June 25, 2026
Summary
School nurses are vital in preventing firearm injuries in children and adolescents. This article equips them with tools to lead crucial conversations on youth firearm violence prevention.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Pediatric Nursing
- Injury Prevention
Background:
- Firearm injuries pose significant risks to children and adolescents, impacting both health and survival rates.
- School nurses possess unique access and trust within student and family communities.
- Existing prevention strategies require enhanced engagement from healthcare professionals in schools.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the scope of youth firearm violence.
- To provide practical resources and tools for school nurses.
- To empower school nurses as key figures in firearm injury prevention initiatives.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on youth firearm violence.
- Identification of communication strategies for school nurses.
- Compilation of actionable resources for school-based prevention.
Main Results:
- School nurses can effectively integrate firearm injury prevention into their practice.
- Targeted resources can enhance nurses' confidence and capability.
- Proactive conversations can mitigate risks associated with firearm access.
Conclusions:
- School nurses are essential in addressing firearm violence among youth.
- Empowerment through resources enables nurses to facilitate life-saving discussions.
- Integrating prevention efforts strengthens school safety and student well-being.
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