Illness and First Aid 

Assessment of student illness or  injury occurring during school hours is a significant part of school health services.  Care is provided as needed in the health office.  Parents/guardians are notified of any significant injuries or signs of illness that may require further observation, intervention, or follow-up with the student's health care provider.  In the event of an emergency, local EMS services may be activated.  Automated External Defibrillators (AED's) are available in E2, Middle School and the High School Nurse's office.  In the event of an anaphylactic reaction, Epi-pens (Epinephrine injectable) are located in the nurse's office.

Please keep your child home from school if he/she has

    * Temperature of 100 degrees F or above (school policy is that your child should be fever free for 24 hours without medication such as Tylenol or Ibuprofen)
    * Vomiting or diarrhea
    * Strep infection, ringworm, conjunctivitis or impetigo - these are all contagious infections and must be treated with medication for at least 24 hours before                        returning to school
    * Rash of unknown origin - this may indicate many different things and should be checked by your pediatrician
    * Pain should be taken seriously, especially in young children - earaches, toothaches, and headaches should be evaluated.

Please help the school nurse care for your child by

    * Informing the nurse if your child has any chronic or acute illnesses
    * Communicating with the nurse directly if medication or health needs change
    * If your child has been exposed to a contagious illness such as chicken pox
    * Updating your work, home and emergency call numbers as they change.  This will help a great deal in the event your child is ill at school and we need to                           reach you.

How do I make my child feel better? • Make sure your child gets plenty of rest and put limits on TV watching • Encourage fluids; like water, soup, juice and ice • Help your child relax by reading him a story and giving him plenty of TLC • Consider using a cool humidifier ***********Discuss with your pediatrician regarding the use of over the counter cough and cold medications.  This is a controversial issue and definitely should not be used in a child less than 4 years old. How can I prevent my child from getting a cold? • Teach your child to wash his or her hands frequently using plenty of soap and warm water. Proper hand-washing should take about 20 seconds or the time it takes to sing “Happy Birthday” twice • Teach your child to cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or their sleeve • Keep the child’s environment tobacco free • Try to minimize the time your child spends with other children who have cough or cold symptoms • Pack easy-to-use products like disinfecting wipes and hand sanitizers in your child’s backpack to use when he or she is at school • Keep an annual well-child exam to follow changes in your child’s health • Keep all of your child’s immunizations up-to-date (The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines now recommend a flu vaccine for most children aged 6 months up to their 19th birthday) • Serve a balanced diet with lots of fruits and vegetables. Giving a daily vitamin may be recommended by your pediatrician • After your child is feeling better, clean all surfaces; wash the bedding and air out the room • Keep surfaces like door knobs, phones, remote controls, toys, and keyboards clean • Always make sure to consult your school nurse or doctor if you have any questions

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