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Asthma is a high impact health issue in the school setting. One in 10 children comes to school with asthma, and it is the leading cause for absenteeism causing 13.8 million missed school days each year. Where can the school nurse turn for help? The following article provides evidence-based resources to assist school nurses in caring for their students with asthma.

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Caring for the Student With Asthma at School: What’s Out There to Help the School Nurse?

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