Date of Graduation
2009
Document Type
Project
Degree Name
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Department/Program
Nursing
First Advisor
Karen van Leuven
Abstract
Provision of comprehensive health services to children and adolescents is a central role for school nurses. Children with chronic health conditions are at the intersection of the health and education systems. Recently, educators, neurology care providers (MD/NP/PA) have initiated discussions about the impact of a child’s health on their ability to learn. The purpose of this project was to develop a child neurology curriculum for school nurses. A needs assessment survey was distributed. The survey results revealed a need for further education and training in child neurology diagnoses. Four areas were chosen for curriculum development:seizures/ epilepsy, headaches/migraines, tics, and post-concussion management. The Healthy Learner Model (HLM) and Child Neurology Process-Oriented Triage (ChiNePOT) are the conceptual frameworks used in this curriculum. Associated findings include the need of school nurses for pertinent evidence-based research to guide their practice, which will ultimately lead to a healthier learner.
Recommended Citation
Rosenblum, Ruth K., "Child Neurology Curriculum" (2009). Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Projects. 8.
https://repository.usfca.edu/dnp/8
2009Rosenblum_SN Survey.pdf (94 kB)
2009Rosenblum_Epilepsy in Children.pdf (1791 kB)
2009Rosenblum_Tic Disorder in Children.pdf (10151 kB)
2009Rosenblum_Headache in Children.pdf (14426 kB)
2009Rosenblum_Post-Concussion Effects in Children.pdf (8964 kB)
