Health/Wellness Assignment

Create a list of at least five resources with a description of what information they contain from
this website.
https://www.safekids.org/safetytips

1. Burn and Scald Prevention Tips: This resource gives a list and explanations of measures
care givers can take to prevent burns in children. These are:
a. Childproof your electrical outlets and appliances
b. Use the back burner and oven mitts
c. Check to make sure the water temperature is just right
d. Engage older kids in cooking
e. Install barriers such as safety gates around fireplaces, ovens and furnaces
f. Be careful with the microwave
g. Blow out candles and store matches out of reach
h. Keep flammable materials away from space heaters
2. Toy safety tips: This resource provides information on toy safety. Here are the main
points:
a. Find the perfect toy for the right age
b. Store toys after play
c. Don’t forget a helmet for riding toys
d. Sign up to receive product recalls
3. Fall prevention tips: This resource provides information on ways to prevent falls. The
main points are:
a. Install window guards and stops
b. Secure kids when seated
c. Help babies learn to stand and walk safely
d. Open windows from the top and close after use
e. Keep kids from climbing near windows
4. Gun safety tips: This resource provides tips on how to prevent gun accidents. Here are
the main points:
a. Store guns and ammunition safely
b. Talk to your kids and their caregivers
c. Dispose of guns you don’t need
5. Water safety tips at home: This resource provides tips and explanations of how to keep
kids safe from drowning. There are the main points discussed in this resource:
a. How to watch kids around water
b. How to keep kids safe around home pools
c. Learn water rescue skills
Go to this website:
https://www.nasn.org/about-nasn/about
What is NASN?
NASN is the National Association of School Nurses
What are the 3 goals of the NASN?
Goal 1: Engage school nurses in 21st century practice
Goal 2: Pursue health, education, and social equity for students through shared leadership
Goal 3: Secure foundational school health evidence
References

NASN. (n.d.). Strategic plan and about the National Association of School Nurses. National
Association of School Nurses. Retrieved February 10, 2023, from
https://www.nasn.org/about-nasn/about

Safety tips. Safe Kids Worldwide. (n.d.). Retrieved February 10, 2023, from
https://www.safekids.org/safetytips