National Association of School Nurses Position Statement: Emergency Preparedness for Schools

• 2024

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• Wendy Doremus
PMID: 39279264DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/10598405241277101

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This editorial, updated in 2024, is a position statement from the National Association of School Nurses defining the role of school nurses in disaster preparedness in schools. It emphasizes the importance of having a plan in place before an emergency happens. This includes knowing what to do, where to go, and who to contact during different types of emergencies like natural disasters or health crises. The article also highlights the need for schools and communities to work together in planning and practicing these plans regularly. Additionally, it provides links with more resources on how individuals and organizations can improve their preparedness efforts effectively.

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Focus Areas: Everyday Emergency; Infectious Disease; Natural Disasters; Trauma; Violence

Audiences: Nurses; Public Health Professionals; Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Nurses; Nursing; School Nursing; Schools; Emergencies

Institutions: National Association of School Nurses

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