When used in Chapter 64F-6, the following definitions will apply:
- (1) “Consultation” means communication by telephone, in writing, or through personal contact concerning a student’s health problem or suspected health problem.
- (2) “Family” means the student and others who have an integral role in the care and support of the student such as parents, spouses, non-custodial parents, legal guardians, siblings, grandparents, and foster parents.
- (3) “Follow-up” means the contact with a student, family member, or service provider to verify receipt of services, provide clarification, and determine the need for additional assistance.
- (4) “Growth and development screening” means the periodic measurement of a student's height and weight to identify abnormal growth and development.
- (5) “Non-public schools” means those non-public schools that meet the requirements listed in Section 381.0056(6), F.S.
- (6) “Nursing assessment” means the identification of student health needs. This is an entry and on-going process which includes compiling a health history, making observations, monitoring student and family reactions, interviewing to ascertain social and emotional stability and determine resources to meet the stated needs. It may also include making a physical assessment by those nurses who are qualified to provide these assessments.
- (7) “Staffing” means the evaluation by designated school and health care providers of a student for placement in an exceptional student program.
- (8) “Supplemental School Health Services” means those expanded health, educational and social services provided under the provisions and funding process specified in Section 381.0057, F.S., and Rule 64F-6.008, F.A.C.
- (9) “Vision and hearing screening” means the periodic testing of visual and auditory acuity.
Specific Authority 402.32(8) FS. Law Implemented 402.32(5)(a)-(e), (h)-(k), (o), (r) FS. History–New 3-10-85, Formerly 10D-84.14, Amended 4-6-94, 4-25-96, Formerly 10D-84.014.