School Nursing Program Outcomes | NLE Reviewer: Community Health Nursing
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School Nursing Program Outcomes | NLE Reviewer: Community Health Nursing
Effective Outcomes of School Nursing Programs | NLE Reviewer: Community Health Nursing 🏫
Category: Community Health Nursing | Tags: School Nursing, Health Promotion, NLE Reviewer, SLRC Review, DepEd Health Program
Overview: The school nurse plays a vital role in maintaining the health and academic performance of students. This question assesses your understanding of how successful school nursing programs are measured — an important topic for both NLE and real-world community health practice.
Which of the following indicates the effective outcome of a school nursing program?
Teachers are observers of school health program.
Limited information in school of health program.
Zero absenteeism and tardiness of pupils.
Limited visits and phone calls of parents.
Answer: ✅ Zero absenteeism and tardiness of pupils
Rationale:
An effective outcome of school nursing programs is demonstrated by improved student attendance and punctuality. When school health services function effectively, students experience fewer illnesses, maintain better health, and attend school more consistently. This outcome shows that preventive health education, screenings, and early interventions are working — aligning with the goal of school health programs to promote optimal health and learning.
Why the other options are incorrect:
• Teachers are observers of school health program — Describes a role, not an outcome of effectiveness.
• Limited information in school of health program — Suggests weak health education and poor communication.
• Limited visits and phone calls of parents — May indicate lack of engagement, not necessarily program success.
💡 Key Takeaway: Successful school health programs are reflected in improved attendance, punctuality, and overall student well-being.
🧠 Mnemonic:HEALTH
H – Healthy students
E – Effective attendance
A – Active participation
L – Learning improved
T – Timely interventions
H – Holistic school care
Reference:
Bureau of Learner Support Services–School Health Division, Department of Education (DepEd) Philippines. School Health and Nutrition Program Manual, 2018.
“Healthy, present, and active students are the best indicators of a successful school nursing program.”
🔥 Study Tip: For the NLE, remember — School health success = Students in class, not in the clinic. Attendance is a powerful indicator of wellness and program impact.
