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https://news.nurse.com/2015/12/23/students-tragic-death-underscores-implications-for-school-nurses/

Has good old fashioned common sense went out the window? In my state PE / Athletic coaches have to be CPR / AED certified as part of their job requirement. And even if these teachers were not certified, how could they not know to call 911 instead of a nurse that was not even on campus??? Shaking me head.......

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Of COURSE, it's all the School Nurse's fault.

"Whatever the outcome of this case, the death has implications for school nurses. First and foremost, you are responsible for ensuring your school personnel are correctly trained in CPR and/or the use of defibrillators. If your state does not mandate defibrillators in schools, contact your legislators and convince them of the need in all schools."

and on and on, blah de blah...

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Specializes in Peds, Oncology.

I read that same article this AM too...

I just don't get why the student was still face down when the nurse arrived. They really couldn't even roll him over to check on him to see if he was breathing or anything? Sometimes I just can't believe how incompetent people are...:notworthy:

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I read that same article this AM too...

I just don't get why the student was still face down when the nurse arrived. They really couldn't even roll him over to check on him to see if he was breathing or anything? Sometimes I just can't believe how incompetent people are...:notworthy:

It's not their job. Their union says they don't have to. :sarcastic:

People are crazy.

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Specializes in IMC, school nursing.

Was amazed that none of the students did anything. Even at the middle school level, I have students who know CPR, I have Scouts who know first aid, and know where the defibrillator is and how to use it. Sad story that should not have had that outcome.

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Was amazed that none of the students did anything. Even at the middle school level, I have students who know CPR, I have Scouts who know first aid, and know where the defibrillator is and how to use it. Sad story that should not have had that outcome.

Good point. I didn't think of the students. Unless they saw the non reaction of the adults in charge and felt intimidated somehow?

Still, it's not on the kids. The adults should have acted. I'm floored by this. But sadly, also kind of NOT. It's a hands off world, after all.:nono:

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Specializes in Pediatrics Retired.

In addition, school nurses are responsible for stocking the restrooms with the proper ply of toilet paper as well as ensuring the rolls are oriented in the proper direction for functional paper dispensation while maintaining an age/gender appropriate wiping training program for all students and staff.

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In addition, school nurses are responsible for stocking the restrooms with the proper ply of toilet paper as well as ensuring the rolls are oriented in the proper direction for functional paper dispensation while maintaining an age/gender appropriate wiping training program for all students and staff.

Yes, I was doing that allllll day today. :eek:

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Specializes in School nursing.
In addition, school nurses are responsible for stocking the restrooms with the proper ply of toilet paper as well as ensuring the rolls are oriented in the proper direction for functional paper dispensation while maintaining an age/gender appropriate wiping training program for all students and staff.

As well as providing the only restroom that any student will poop in. (And stock it with poop-pouri, of course.)

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Specializes in IMC, school nursing.
As well as providing the only restroom that any student will poop in. (And stock it with poop-pouri, of course.)

I should be thankful that I don't have a bathroom.

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I read that same article this AM too...

I just don't get why the student was still face down when the nurse arrived. They really couldn't even roll him over to check on him to see if he was breathing or anything? Sometimes I just can't believe how incompetent people are...:notworthy:

We must all get the same newletters :)

That was my first thought too- why was the student facedown. NO MATTER the cause, if a student is immobile for an extended period of time (ya know, maybe that he cannot roll himself over) 911 should be called! Clearly he must have been unresponsive. Major fail in handling of an emergency situation whether anyone knew CPR or not. If once of your children was laying face down on the floor for 10 minutes and not responding to you, you would call EMS.

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As well as providing the only restroom that any student will poop in. (And stock it with poop-pouri, of course.)

For real though, have you ever TRIED Poopourri? That stuff is AMAZING. Two squirts in the can before you go, and it smells like you just crapped out a lovely spring bouquet.

Amazon.com - Poo-Pourri Before-You-Go Toilet Spray 2-Ounce Bottle, Original - Fragrant Room Sprays

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