School Health Program in Malaysia

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When was the school health service introduced in Malaysia?

1967

1970

1965

1975 (correct)

How many primary and secondary school children in Malaysia benefit from the school health service every year?

1.2 million

1.8 million (correct)

1.5 million

2.0 million

What is the primary target group of the school health service?

Urban school children

Government-aided school children (correct)

Rural school children

Private school children

What is the main objective of the school health service?

To ensure optimum health care for school children Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a category of school children who receive the school health service?

Standard 1, Standard 6, and Form 3 Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of community health nurses in the school health service?

To educate school children on health matters Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate aim of school health services?

To promote, protect and maintain health of school children and reduce morbidity and mortality Signup and view all the answers

In what year was the Physical Education taught in English Oriented School?

1920 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of school health services?

To render need-based comprehensive service to pupils, teachers and other personnel Signup and view all the answers

What was established in 1948 besides School dental health services?

Maternal and Child Health Service and Establishment of School dental health services Signup and view all the answers

What is the objective of school health services in relation to disease?

To prevent and control disease Signup and view all the answers

What is school health defined as?

A state of complete physical, mental, social and spiritual well-being Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of the 1991 Detection of Visual Defect?

Visual Defect among Standard 1 Schoolchildren Signup and view all the answers

What was introduced in 2000 as a co-curricular activity?

Young Doctor Club Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of school health services in relation to health education?

To conduct health education on various aspects of healthful living in school, home and community Signup and view all the answers

What was rebranded in 2008?

HPS to National 3K Committee (Cleanliness, Health, Safety) Signup and view all the answers

Who should be involved in the management of health aspects of children according to school health services?

Teachers, students and their parents Signup and view all the answers

What was introduced by the Ministry of Education in 2012?

BMI check in School Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the initial visit appointment with the school?

To approve the activity schedule and identify the examination room Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the RKM-1 book?

To store student health records and information Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the School Health Program's scope under the Ministry of Health?

Health education, physical examination, curative care, and referral services Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Snellen chart and ISHIHARA chart?

To perform vision tests Signup and view all the answers

What is the vaccination schedule for Primary 1 students?

Measles-Rubella (MR) and Diptheria-Tetanus (DT) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Health Education chart?

To educate students about general health and wellness Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of giving a reference letter to the teacher in the school health service?

To inform the student's parents about their health problems Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of keeping the vaccine container at the set temperature?

To ensure the cold chain system is followed Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of updating the daily records of the disease register book?

To monitor the spread of diseases in the school Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the social issues detected during the school health service?

Bullying Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the community health nurse in the school health service?

To identify and address the health problems of students Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of packing examination equipment after the school health service?

To store the equipment for future use Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

History of School Health Program in Malaysia

School health services were first introduced in Malaysia in 1967
1975: School health services were established
1920: Physical education was taught in English-oriented schools
1948: Establishment of school dental health services and Maternal and Child Health Service
1952: Teachers were sent for health education training in England
1961: Tuberculosis prevention and control activities began
1966: Establishment of Physical Activity and Health Education Curriculum in Malaysia

Components of School Health Program

3 components: School Health Service, School Dental Service, and School Environmental Health Service

Objectives of School Health Services

To create health consciousness among school children, parents, and teachers
To provide a healthy and safe environment conducive to comprehensive development
To impart health information and conduct health education
To prevent communicable and non-communicable diseases
To identify and treat abnormalities/defects/diseases and make referrals
To awaken health consciousness in school children
To involve teachers, students, and parents in managing children's health

Activities of School Health Services

Make initial visits to schools for approvals and preparations
Discuss student preparation and fill out the Student Health Record book (RKM 1)
Prepare equipment and vaccines for health education and examinations
Conduct visual acuity tests and immunization

Scope of School Health Program

Ministry of Health: Health Education, Primary Prevention through Vaccination, Health Screening, and Curative and Referral Services
Ministry of Education: Nutritional Rehabilitation, School Milk Program, Food Supplementary Program, Health Education through Curriculum, Physical and Health Education, Family Life Education, and Co-curricular Young Doctor Club Activities

Common Health Problems Detected during School Health Service

Head lice
Scabies
Impetigo
Eczema
Worm infestation
Dental caries
Otitis media
Refractive error
Tonsillitis
Malnutrition
Anemia
Conjunctivitis
Social issues (Accidents, Accidental injury, RTA, Cigarette smoking, Substance abuse, Bully)

Roles and Responsibilities of Community Health Nurses in School Health Service

Provide health education and conduct health examinations
Identify and treat health problems
Make referrals and follow-ups
Collaborate with teachers, parents, and students in managing children's health

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This quiz covers the introduction to school health services in Malaysia, provided by the Ministry of Health to ensure optimum health care for school children. Learn about the history and priority of this service in government-aided schools throughout the country. Test your knowledge of the health services provided and their implementation.