2004 School Health Catalog Cover Poster, 18" x 24" Paper

2004- An Apple a Day...

School nurses have knowledge and exprertise in nutrition, weight maintenance and exercise. This knowledge can be applied in prevention programs and interventions for at-risk or overweight students. The school nurse identifies such students and also can refer students who may not be seeing a healthcare provider on a regular basis. In addition, the school nurse can be involved with suppoer programs, counseling services, referrals, follow-up and support. (Adapted from the NASN Position Statement on Overweight Children and Adolescents, June 2002.)

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