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California schools currently only screen for vision and hearing, leaving many other health concerns unaddressed. Among these, gastrointestinal (GI) health is particularly significant, as digestive disorders can lead to severe consequences, like malnutrition and stunted growth. By incorporating routine GI screenings, school nurses can promote the early detection of disease, allowing for timely intervention and improved health outcomes in children.
Based on existing literature, we have developed a novel pediatric GI screening tool for school nurses to use in routine screenings, presented below.
Department
Nursing
Publication Date
2024
Sponsorship/Conference/Institution
Scholar & Creative Works Conference, Dominican University of California
City
San Rafael, CA
Keywords
gastrointestinal, screening tool, nutrition, pediatrics, school nurse
Disciplines
Community Health and Preventive Medicine | Digestive, Oral, and Skin Physiology | Digestive System Diseases | Gastroenterology | Investigative Techniques | Nursing | Pediatric Nursing | Public Health and Community Nursing
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Community Health and Preventive Medicine Commons, Digestive, Oral, and Skin Physiology Commons, Digestive System Diseases Commons, Gastroenterology Commons, Investigative Techniques Commons, Pediatric Nursing Commons, Public Health and Community Nursing Commons