The rol of the shool nurse has grown in responsibili as increasing numbers of students with health-reated problems have become members of regular education classrooms. Ranging from admninstration of medications to catherization, the nurs consults with teachers and parents on health issues,which many affect shcool performance.As issues of liability have become a greater concern,often the nurse is responsible for assuring that physician's directves are followed accuratelt.Whith secondary students,the nurse supporth public information programa,sucs as prevention of infectious diseases and substance abuse.