Author Question: The school nurse is responsible for developing a health plan for the diabetic student as well as ... (Read 82 times)

jayhills49 · **on:** Aug 2, 2018

The school nurse is responsible for developing a health plan for the diabetic student as well as educating other school staff about the student's individual needs. One example of this would be:

1. Monitoring immunizations to be sure the child is up to date.
2. Providing the student a snack before gym period.
3. Closely monitoring eating habits at school.
4. Storing any medication that will be administered during school hours in a safe place.

Question 2

Older adults need adequate protein in their diet. What are the approximate protein needs per day for an older adult weighting 132 pounds (60 kg)?

A) 24 g/day B) 36 g/day C) 44 g/day D) 48 g/day

kaillie · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 2, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: The school nurse is responsible for monitoring the immunization status of all students in her care. Students with diabetes should be encouraged to eat a snack before strenuous activity to prevent hypoglycemia. Although the school nurse should provide diabetic education to the student and discuss ways to improve eating habits, she is not responsible for monitoring eating habits at school. Storing medication in a safe place refers to medication for all students, not only those with diabetes.

Answer to Question 2

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Feedback:
The RDA for protein remains constant at 0.8 g/kg for both men and women from the age of 19 years on; therefore, 0.8 60 = 48 g/day.