School Health Services - Texas School Health
School health services is a "coordinated system that ensures a continuum of care from school to home to community health care provider and back" (Small et al., 1995). Below is information on bloodborne pathogen control, immunizations, medication administration, emergency care, screenings and student safety.
Blood Borne Pathogens and Universal Precautions
Emergency Care
Evaluations
Immunizations
Medication Administration
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Texas Guide to Medication Administration in the School Setting
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TSNO Position Statement: Over the Counter Medication Administration
School-Based Health Centers
Screenings
Student Safety
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Diabetes in Children and Training Guidelines for School Employees Who Care for Students with Diabetes [pdf]
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