Health Assessment Tools
Screening tests are an important part of the comprehensive health assessment of students every year. The medical and dental team consisting of the doctor, dentist and nurse handle most of them. The health teacher also helps in the test during their health class. They can assist in the vision testing, screening for scoliosis and plumb line test for posture. They also get the students' height and weight in preparation for the fitness testing. The teacher who assess the fitness status of the students also administers the fitness testing. The ultimate purpose of this is for your own protection and good health. The data gathered from the screening test are needed to help identity the disabilities that will deter you from giving your best in your studies for the whole academic year. Blurred vision, dental carries, poor posture, hearing difficulty and susceptibility to communicable diseases will prevent you from learning and enjoying your time in school with your classmate.
Your health record is very important. It contains the following essential information:
- Student/family health history
- Copy of recent medical assessment (physical examination)
- Immunization records
- Emergency contact information
- Record of dental examination
- Attendance data
- School-related accidents or injuries
- Parents conference regarding student's health
- Result of special testing (e.g. vision, hearing, speech)
- Medications administered while the student is at the school
It could be used for;
- Determining your health status
- Identifying possible problem areas
- Developing early intervention programs
- Evaluating the success of treatments
- Coordinating services
- Making referrals
- Following the student's progress
The health team could use the data obtained from assessment process for referral and follow-up procedures.
SAMPLE HEALTH RECORD
Age:
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Sex:
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2nd Year
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3rd Year
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Results
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Results
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Remarks
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Height
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Height
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Weight
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Weight
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Vision
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Vision
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Hearing
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Hearing
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Dental
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Dental
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Posture
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Posture
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Physical Fitness Test (could
be taken from PE record)
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Physical Fitness Test (could
be taken from PE record)
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Remarks
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Agility
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Agility
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Coordination
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Coordination
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Balance
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Balance
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Flexibility
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Flexibility
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Speed
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Speed
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Strength
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Strength
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BMI
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BMI
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