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What is the main responsibility of school health services staff?
What is the main responsibility of school health services staff?
Which of the following best describes a healthy school environment?
Which of the following best describes a healthy school environment?
What role does the school and community engagement play in healthy school communities?
What role does the school and community engagement play in healthy school communities?
What model do the school nutrition environment and services relate to?
What model do the school nutrition environment and services relate to?
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How can the school nutrition environment shape behaviors?
How can the school nutrition environment shape behaviors?
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When did ASCD begin the initiatives that led to healthy school communities?
When did ASCD begin the initiatives that led to healthy school communities?
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Which aspect is NOT included in the description of a healthy school environment?
Which aspect is NOT included in the description of a healthy school environment?
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What is an important component of the school's role in student health?
What is an important component of the school's role in student health?
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What is one of the primary goals of the ASCD Whole Child approach?
What is one of the primary goals of the ASCD Whole Child approach?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a key health instructional topic?
Which of the following is NOT considered a key health instructional topic?
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Which area is included in the CDC priority risk areas that schools must manage?
Which area is included in the CDC priority risk areas that schools must manage?
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Advocacy for health is considered which type of skill under National Health Education Standards?
Advocacy for health is considered which type of skill under National Health Education Standards?
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Which behavior must be consistently enforced in school districts according to health standards?
Which behavior must be consistently enforced in school districts according to health standards?
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Which of the following is NOT a focus of key health instructional topics?
Which of the following is NOT a focus of key health instructional topics?
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What skill involves applying health-information knowledge to achieve personal wellness?
What skill involves applying health-information knowledge to achieve personal wellness?
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Which of the following is a personal health topic included in health education?
Which of the following is a personal health topic included in health education?
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What is the main purpose of the HECAT assessment tool?
What is the main purpose of the HECAT assessment tool?
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Which of the following professionals is NOT typically included in the category of qualified individuals providing school health services?
Which of the following professionals is NOT typically included in the category of qualified individuals providing school health services?
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Which type of care is primarily provided by school health services?
Which type of care is primarily provided by school health services?
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How do school nurses assist students with chronic health conditions?
How do school nurses assist students with chronic health conditions?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of effective health education?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of effective health education?
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What does the CDC's Characteristics of an Effective Health Education focus on?
What does the CDC's Characteristics of an Effective Health Education focus on?
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Which health services are school health services equipped to provide?
Which health services are school health services equipped to provide?
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In the context of school health services, which chronic condition is most commonly managed by school nurses?
In the context of school health services, which chronic condition is most commonly managed by school nurses?
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What is one of the primary reasons for the establishment of the National School Lunch Program in 1946?
What is one of the primary reasons for the establishment of the National School Lunch Program in 1946?
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Which of the following benefits has been observed among students participating in the National School Lunch Program?
Which of the following benefits has been observed among students participating in the National School Lunch Program?
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How does adequate nutrition impact children according to the recommendations?
How does adequate nutrition impact children according to the recommendations?
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What role do school breakfast and lunch programs play for many students?
What role do school breakfast and lunch programs play for many students?
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Which organization recommends that schools establish policies to support healthy nutrition environments?
Which organization recommends that schools establish policies to support healthy nutrition environments?
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What additional services are provided to improve the mental, emotional, and social health of students?
What additional services are provided to improve the mental, emotional, and social health of students?
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What is a noted effect of a supportive nutrition environment in schools?
What is a noted effect of a supportive nutrition environment in schools?
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Which of the following statements is false about the National School Lunch Program?
Which of the following statements is false about the National School Lunch Program?
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Which of the following is a benefit of health promotion programs for faculty and staff?
Which of the following is a benefit of health promotion programs for faculty and staff?
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How can parents and families engage in their children's education effectively?
How can parents and families engage in their children's education effectively?
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Where are most activities related to family and community involvement in school health programs based?
Where are most activities related to family and community involvement in school health programs based?
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What is one way health promotion programs can impact employee behavior?
What is one way health promotion programs can impact employee behavior?
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What legal rights do parents have under Chapter 864, Statutes of 1998 regarding their children's education?
What legal rights do parents have under Chapter 864, Statutes of 1998 regarding their children's education?
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One of the purposes of employee wellness programs is to:
One of the purposes of employee wellness programs is to:
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Which of the following statements about family engagement in education is true?
Which of the following statements about family engagement in education is true?
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All of the following are outcomes of health promotion programs EXCEPT:
All of the following are outcomes of health promotion programs EXCEPT:
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Study Notes
National Health Education Standards
- Goal-setting, practicing health-enhancing behaviors, and advocating for health are essential skills.
Key Health Instructional Topics
- Mental and emotional health, healthy eating, physical activity, safety, and personal health and wellness are key health topics.
- Violence prevention, tobacco use, alcohol and drug use, and sexual health are also important topics.
Healthy Schools
- School districts must enforce policies addressing bullying, weapon carrying, drug possession, and acting out.
The ASCD Whole Child
- This approach aims to promote the long-term development and success of all children.
HECAT
- This assessment tool helps school districts and institutions analyze health education curricula based on National Health Education Standards.
School Health Services
- School health services provide preventive care such as flu shots and vision/hearing screenings.
- Qualified professionals, including nurses, dentists, and educators, offer this service.
School Health Services for Chronic Health Conditions
- School nurses play a vital role in managing students with chronic health conditions.
School Health Services Coordination
- Staff coordinate student care by communicating with families and healthcare providers.
Healthy School Environment/Communities
- They are settings where students, staff, and the community collaborate to ensure the well-being of all students.
- They support the school improvement process.
Nutrition Environment and Services
- They are part of the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) model and help shape healthy eating habits.
- Schools should implement policies to encourage healthy dietary choices.
National School Lunch Program
- Initiated in 1946 due to inadequate student nutrition.
- Participants exhibit better school attendance, engagement, and academic achievement.
Adequate Nutrition
- Essential for physical and emotional wellbeing, as well as academic success.
- School breakfast and lunch programs are key sources of nutrition for many students.
Psychological, Mental, and Social Services
- Provided to evaluate and improve the mental, emotional, and social health of students.
Employee Wellness
- Health promotion programs for faculty and staff have benefits such as decreased absenteeism, lower healthcare costs, and improved morale.
Family Engagement and Community Involvement
- Student learning is a shared responsibility between parents and schools.
- Parents and families can actively participate in the learning process.
Family Engagement and Community Involvement: Local Focus
- Most family and community involvement activities happen at the local level.
Legal Rights of Parents in Education
- Chapter 864 of the 1998 Education Code outlines parents' legal rights in their children's education.
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Test your knowledge on National Health Education Standards and key health topics. This quiz covers essential skills like goal-setting and promoting mental health. It also addresses school health policies and services designed to enhance student wellness.
