What Is an Ihp

An IHP is a plan of care written by the registered nurse for students with or at risk for physical or mental health needs (ANA & NASN, 2017).

What is included in an IHP?

The IHP includes: assessment, • nursing diagnosis, • goals, • interventions, • expected outcomes, • and evaluation.

What is the difference between an IEP and an IHP?

The IHP clarifies clinical practice, provides administrative information , and serves as the foundation for health portions of other educational plans and the Emergency Care Plan (ECP). The IEP is a written document that sets learning goals for a child and describes the services the school provides.

Elena Rostova

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Elena Rostova holds a Master's degree in Public Health Journalism. She covers groundbreaking medical research, holistic wellness trends, mental health awareness, and nutritional science.

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