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Experiences of Clinic Teachers in Handling Students' Health Needs

Author(s) Ms. Romilyn R. Catayas, Dr. Elizabeth D. Dioso
Country Philippines
Abstract The increasing absence of school nurses in educational institutions has compelled classroom teachers to assume demanding responsibilities for student health needs, often without adequate preparation. This qualitative phenomenological study aimed to explore the lived experiences, challenges, coping mechanisms, and realizations of clinic teachers in Monkayo District, Davao de Oro, who manage student health in such circumstances. A qualitative phenomenological research design involved in-depth interviews with six purposively selected clinic teachers from public secondary schools. Participants had at least two years of teaching experience and direct involvement in student health management. Data analysis utilized thematic analysis to interpret the subjective perceptions and meanings derived from their experiences. Findings reveal that clinic teachers primarily undertake specific health-related tasks such as providing first aid for common ailments and monitoring infectious diseases. However, they perceive significant limitations in their knowledge and skills, citing a critical lack of formal medical training, insufficient time, and a limited ability to assess diverse student health issues accurately. Emotionally and psychologically, they experience considerable stress, worry, and fear (especially regarding complex cases like epilepsy or mental health crises, and administering medication), which directly impacts their focus in class. They utilize available resources like MOOE-provided medicines, seek additional training and seminars, collaborate with other stakeholders, and adapt practices by documenting issues, learning through experience, and soliciting advice from parents. Their realizations underscore the indispensable necessity of a permanent school nurse for student safety and effective health management, a heightened awareness of their professional limitations, and the crucial link between student health and learning. Recommendations include prioritizing the employment of permanent school nurses, reducing teaching loads for designated clinic teachers, implementing comprehensive health training and emergency response workshops for all teachers, ensuring adequate provision of essential medical equipment and supplies, and establishing clear, standardized health protocols in collaboration with local health units. These measures are crucial to enhance support, improve health outcomes, and ensure a safer, more conducive learning environment for students.
Keywords educational administration, clinic teachers, student health needs, medical training, school nurse, coping mechanisms, health services, Philippines
Field Sociology > Education
Published In Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2025
Published On 2025-08-10
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i04.53120
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9w5hg
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