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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

Linda M. Caley, RN, PhD

Linda M. Caley, RN, PhD, is an assistant professor in the School of Nursing, State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY

Charlotte Kramer, RN, MS

Charlotte Kramer, RN, MS, is the immediate past president of the New York State Association of School Nurses

Luther K. Robinson, MD

Luther K. Robinson, MD, is an associate professor in the School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is a serious and widespread problem in this country. Positioned within the community with links to children, families, and healthcare systems, school nurses are a critical element in the prevention and treatment of those affected by fetal alcohol spectrum disorder. Although most school nurses are familiar with fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) and the problems it poses, they may not be familiar with the newer term, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder. This article summarizes the most recent information about FASD and recently published guidelines on diagnostic criteria for FAS. Also outlined are primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention activities school nurses can take to help assure that children, families, and communities work to prevent the problem and to treat the children affected by it.

Key Words: fetal alcohol spectrum disorder • National FASD Guidelines • primary • secondary • and tertiary prevention • school nurses

The Journal of School Nursing, Vol. 21, No. 3, 139-146 (2005)
DOI: 10.1177/10598405050210030301
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