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Non-emergency
When no medical emergency exists but a teacher or other staff member suspects
that a student is under the influence of alcohol or drugs at school, the student should
be referred to the principal for disciplinary action. If the principal determines that the
nurse’s input is needed even though no emergency exists, the principal will ask for the
nurse's assistance.
Suspected Chronic Abusers
Upon reasonable suspicion that a student has a chronic problem with either
drugs or alcohol or both, the student is often referred to the school nurse for further
assessment. If information supports suspicion of a substance abuse problem, the
student’s sponsor should be contacted and the family referred to ASACS, if available
(see SHSM Form H-5-3, for Suspected Substance Abuse).
F-9-3
Children of Alcoholics and Other At-risk Students
The school nurse plays an important role in the identification of students at
high
risk for developing substance abuse problems. Identifying and referring these students
to educational prevention programs and/or counseling maximizes the possibilities of
academic success and self-esteem.
F-10 Crisis Intervention
According to DSM 2943.0, Crisis Management Guide, schools must establish a
Crisis Management Plan and a Crisis Management Team. The Crisis Management Team
will respond to crises that affect the school population, for example, the death of a
student or a teacher, a serious accident, self-destructive behaviors, or threats of
potential or actual violence. The school nurse should work with the school counselor
and other members of the Crisis Management Team to formulate a crisis response plan
for the school.
Reference:
DoDEA Crisis Management Guide, February 2007. Available at:
http://www.dodea.edu/crisis/index.cfm .F-11 Adolescent Health Issues
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Confidentiality
Minors may receive confidential medical care from medical providers outside of
the school without their sponsor/parent/guardian’s knowledge or consent, in