SPECIAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS



SPECIAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS

PARAPROFESSIONAL TRAINING

HANDOUTS

OVERHEAD/ HANDOUT H1

PARAPROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

Children with Special Health Care Needs

1. Understanding the legal basis for providing safe and health-related services to students.

2. Knowledge about prevention measures, medication administration,

and treatment procedures to meet the special health care needs of

students.

3. Ability to use infection control and universal precautions, basic first aid, and proper lifting, carrying, and transferring techniques.

4. Knowledge about the use and maintenance of assistive technology and adaptive equipment.

5. Ability to collect, report and document data related to the health care of students.

6. Ability to make educational environments barrier-free and accessible.

7. Knowledge about the development and implementation of emergency and disaster plans specific for students with special health care needs.

8. Knowledge about the safe transportation of students with special health care needs.

9. Ability to advocate for oneself in an appropriate manner which ensures the safety of the paraprofessional and student.

10. Knowledge about the confidentiality of student information.

OVERHEAD/HANDOUT H2

TERMINOLOGY

Students with Special Health Care Needs

Chronically Ill

Medically Fragile

Technology Dependent

Other Health Impairments

HANDOUT H3

SPECIAL HEALTH CARE TERMS

Choose from the following terms.

A. Students with special health care needs

B. Chronically Ill

C. Medically fragile

D. Technology dependent

E. Other health impairment

_____ Term referring to a student with a condition that is long-term and results in decreased strength, vitality, and alertness. Conditions may include: asthma, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, cancer, or epilepsy.

_____ Term referring to a student who requires a medical or mechanical device to compensate for the loss of a vital body function including mechanical ventilation, tracheotomies oxygen, and respirator.

_____ Student’s condition such that the absence of immediate, health-related, specialty skilled care threatens his/her life or health.

_____ Term used in the educational setting to identify a student who requires special education and related services because of a health condition resulting in limited strength, vitality, or alertness due to chronic or acute health problems such as a heart condition, tuberculosis, rheumatic fever, nephritis, asthma, sickle-cell anemia, hemophilia, epilepsy, lead poisoning, leukemia or diabetes that adversely affects a child’s educational performance.

_____Students requiring and individualized health care intervention to enables them to participate in the educational process.

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GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Allergic reactions result from abnormal sensitivity to foreign material - for example, dust, pollen, insect stings and certain foods. In severe allergic reactions, symptoms may include: swelling, flushing and itching skin; irritability; tightness of the throat; rash; breathing difficulty; seizures; and loss of consciousness.

Allergens are materials that, for certain people, cause asthma attacks or allergic reactions. Dust, pollens, dust mites, animal dander, medications, molds and food can all be allergens.

Ambulatory is a term referring to the ability to walk.

Anaphylactic reaction - see allergic reactions.

Artificial respiration is a means of inducing breathing when it has stopped. A common technique for artificial respiration is “mouth to mouth” resuscitation, where air is breathed into the mouth and lungs and then allowed to escape.

An audiometer is an instrument for testing hearing; the test itself is called audiometry.

Autonomic hyperreflexia is a sudden increase in blood pressure associated with certain kinds of spinal cord injury.

The bladder is the organ that acts as a receptacle for urine.

Body alignment refers to placing the body in correct anatomical position.

Bronchitis is an inflammation of bronchial membranes of the lungs.

Cardiac arrest (also known as cardiopulmonary arrest) occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating.

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) refers to the rapid sequence of actions performed in an emergency to stimulate breathing and blood circulation.

A catheter is a tube for draining or injecting fluids.

Cerebral palsy is composed of a group of disorders resulting from central nervous system damage before, during, or after birth. Although nonprogressive, these disorders may become more obvious as the infant grows older.

Clean technique refers to procedures that reduce the number of disease-causing agents, such as bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms. In contrast, sterile technique destroys all these agents.

A colostomy is an incision of the colon that makes a permanent opening (stoma) in the abdomen wall. This opening is used for eliminating body waste. In this surgical procedure, part of the colon is removed or disconnected and all or part of the rectum may be removed.

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Conductive hearing loss is an interference with sound transmission in the middle part of the ear. Causes include wax accumulation and chronic ear infections.

Congenital hip dysplasia is an abnormality of the hip joint present from birth. It is the most common disorder that affects hip joints of children under age 3. Congenital hip dislocation can cause abnormal joint development and permanent disability.

CPR - see cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Cystic fibrosis is a hereditary disease of infants, children and young adults that causes abnormal gland secretions. This condition can be associated with lung disease, malnutrition and diseases of the liver.

Digital stimulation is done to relax the sphincter and stimulate a bowel movement. It is done by inserting a gloved finger about 1 inch into the rectum.

Distal movement indicates movement situated away from the center of the body of away from the point of origin.

Duchenne’s muscular dystrophy is progressive muscle deterioration that usually starts between ages 3 and 5. It begins with leg weakness and progresses to generalized muscle weakness.

Emphysema is a disorder of the lung that causes breathing problems and destruction of lung tissue.

Encopresis is the incontinence of feces not due to organic defect or disease.

Etiology refers to the causes of a specific condition.

An external cannula, used in metal tracheostomy tubes, holds the airway open when the inner cannula is removed for cleaning.

Gastrostomy is surgical formation of an opening through the abdominal wall into the stomach.

Hearing impairment is any condition that interferes with the transmission or perception of sound waves.

In an ileostomy, the entire colon is removed, and a portion of the ileum or small intestine is brought through the abdominal wall for elimination of body waste.

An inner cannula is used in metal tracheostomy tubes. It fits inside a larger tube (called the external cannula). The inner cannula acts as a lining that can be removed for cleaning while the external cannula holds the airway open.

The intake and output ratio (I:O ratio) is a measure of how long an inhalation lasts, as compared to an exhalation. To get the feel of another person’s I:O ratio, breathe in and out with the person. In a normal breathing pattern, inhalation lasts 50 percent longer than exhalation - and I:O ratio of 1.5:1.

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Labia minora are two folds of tissue lying on either side of the vaginal opening and forming the borders of the vulva.

To lavage is to irrigate or wash out an organ or body cavity.

Legg Perthes disease is a usually one-sided condition in which changes take place in the head of the thighbone. It occurs most frequently in boys aged 4 to 10 and tends to occur in families.

Manual evacuation is performed by inserting a gloved finger into the rectum to remove feces.

The meatus is the external opening of the urethra.

Myelomeningocele is another name for spina bifida, a defect in the walls of the spinal canal.

Nasogastric tube means relating to, being, or performed by intubation of the stomach by way of the nasal passages.

An obturator is a tube that guides the insertion of a tracheostomy tube. The obturator fits inside the tracheostomy tube. Once the tracheostomy tube is in place, the obturator is removed. This may also refer to an object used to close an opening in the palate.

Orthopedics is a branch of medicine that aims to correct or prevent irregularities in bone and skeleton structure.

An orthosis is a mechanical appliance used to provide support or stability to a limb or joint.

An ostomy is a surgical procedure that creates an opening (stoma) in the gastrointestinal or urinary systems. It allows for the elimination of body wastes.

Otitis media is an inflammation of the middle ear (acute otitis media). Prolonged inflammation (chronic otitis media) can cause prolonged fluid accumulation in the middle ear, leading to scarring, eardrum damage or hearing loss.

An otoscope is an instrument used to visualize the ear canal and eardrum.

Paraplegia is a paralysis of the lower part of the body and both legs.

Percussion is a technique used in respiratory therapy to loosen secretions from the lungs. It is done by clapping with cupped hands on the rib cage.

The perineum is the mass of skin and muscle located between the vulva and anus in the female and between the scrotum and anus in the male.

Postural drainage involves putting a person in certain positions that use gravity to drain secretions from the lungs.

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Pressure sores are the breakdown of skin caused by pressure from the body itself when it has remained immobile for an extended period of time.

A prosthesis is an artificial replacement for a missing body part.

Retractions are the sucking-in of the soft tissues in the chest that occur with breathing difficulty. These are first seen below the rib cage and in the soft part of the neck above the breastbone, as well as in the soft tissue over the collarbone.

Sensorineural hearing loss is a loss of function in the inner ear or the path from the ear to the brain. Causes include birth defects, some diseases, drugs, and prolonged exposure to noise.

Spasticity is increase tension of muscles causing stiff and awkward movements.

Spirometer is an instrument for measuring the air entering and leaving the lungs.

Sterile technique refers to procedures that destroy all disease-causing agents, such as bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms. In contract, clean technique reduces the number of these agents.

A stoma is an artificially created opening between two passages or between a passage and the body’s surface.

Suctioning is a procedure done to loosen secretions that accumulate in the airway or in a tracheostomy tube. It consists of inserting a small catheter in the airway or tube. The catheter, in turn, is connected to a machine that helps drain the secretions.

Supportive sitting devices are used by people with physical disabilities that make standing difficult. Examples include standers, parapodiums, and crutchless standing orthoses.

Syntax is the way in which words are put together to form phrases and sentences.

Tactile deficit refers to any condition that interferes with the sense of touch. Examples are hyperesthesia (exaggerated sensitivity to touch) and hypoesthesia (reduced sensitivity to touch).

Trachea is another name for the windpipe, the passageway that carries air from the nose and mouth into the lungs.

A tracheostomy keeps a person breathing when a chronic health condition makes breathing through the nose, mouth, and airway difficult. In this surgical procedure, an incision is made through the neck into the windpipe (trachea). A tube is then inserted into the incision.

A tympanometer is an instrument for testing eardrum mobility

The urethra is a canal for discharge of urine, extending from the bladder to the outside of the body. (See meatus.)

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A urostomy is a surgical procedure where the bladder is removed or bypassed and urine is directed to an external pouch.

Vibration is a technique used in respiratory therapy to help loosen secretions. It is done by firmly pressing your hands against the wall of another person’s chest, then tensing your arms and shoulders to send fine vibrations through the chest.

Wheezing is the high-pithed whistling sound that occurs when air flows through narrowed bronchial tubes.

OVERHEAD/HANDOUT H5

SPECIAL HEALTH CARE TEAM:

DETERMINING NEED FOR HEALTH CARE PLAN

Does the student….

1. Have a medical diagnosis of a chronic health problem?

2. Receive medical treatment during or outside of school day?

3. Experience frequent absences due to illness?

4. Experience frequent hospitalizations?

5. Receive ongoing medication for health problems?

6. Require environmental adjustments to classroom?

7. Require adjustments of the classroom schedule due to a health condition?

8. Require major safety consideration?

OVERHEAD/HANDOUT H6

COMPONENTS OF A HEALTH CARE PLAN

REQUIRED COMPONENTS:

• Brief medical history

• Results of assessment of medical problems

• Physician’s order for procedures

• Standards for implementation of care actions and procedures

1. Care goals

2. Person responsible for the care action/procedure

3. Identification of equipment to be used

4. Person responsible for equipment maintenance

5. Supervisor of care action/procedure implementation

6. Authorized persons for performing care actions/procedures

• Prescription for medication and procedures administration

• Physician ordered diet

• Transportation plan/procedures

• Classroom/school modifications (including adaptive physical education)

• Equipment and supplies provided by parent

• Equipment and supplies provide by school

• Emergency procedures

• Safety measures

• Contingency plans: emergency, transportation, and training

• Substitute/backup staff

• Authorizations/signatures (all parties including parent/guardian)

• Effective dates

OPTIONAL COMPONENTS:

• Student and family strengths

• Academic/achievement profile

• Specialized training/education for staff

• Student participation in procedures

• Possible problems to be expected

• Other relevant information

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Sample

Health Care Plan

Student=s Name: Diagnosis:

Date of Birth: Handicapping Condition:

School: Nurse:

Grade: Therapist(s):

Teacher: Doctor=s Name & Telephone #:

Date:

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|Potential Needs |Nursing Assessment/Diagnosis & Goal |Nursing Instructions |Equipment Needed: where & by whom |

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|I. General | | | |

|A. Medical | | | |

|B. Allergies | | | |

|C. Dental | | | |

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|II. Medication | | | |

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|III. Communication | | | |

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|IV. Eating & Drinking | | | |

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|V. Elimination | | | |

|A. Bladder | | | |

|B. Bowel | | | |

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|VI. Mobility & Coordination| | | |

|A. Posturing | | | |

|B. Ambulation | | | |

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|VII. Equipment | | | |

|A. Wheelchairs | | | |

|B. Adaptive | | | |

|C. Modifications | | | |

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|VIII. Academic & Classroom | | | |

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|IX. Physical Education | | | |

|Adaptations | | | |

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|X. Physical & Emotional | | | |

|Needs | | | |

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Additional Comments:

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Parent=s Signature

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Nurse=s Signature

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Staff (Name & Title)

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Staff (Name & Title)

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STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS

EMERGENCY PLAN

Student ___________________________________________ Date________________

Preferred hospital in case of emergency_______________________________________

Physician__________________________________ Phone #______________________

STUDENT – SPECIFIC EMERGENCIES

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IF AN EMERGENCY OCCURS:

1. If the emergency is life-threatening, immediately call 9-1-1.

2. Stay with the student or designate another adult to do so.

3. Call or designate someone to call the principal and/or health care coordinator.

a. State who you are.

b. State where you are.

c. State problem.

4. If the school liaison is unavailable, the following staff members are trained to deal with an emergency, and to initiate the appropriate procedures:

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STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS

HEALTH CARE PLAN

Please attach forms if room is insufficient.

Student Identification

Student Name __________________________________Date of Birth _______________

Background Information – Nursing Assessment (complete all necessary sections)

Brief Medical History / Specific Health Care (attach all additional information)

Psychosocial Concerns (attach all additional information)

Student and Family Strengths (attach all additional information)

Academic / Achievement Profile (attach all additional information)

Goals and Actions

Skills Checklist (attach all additional information)

Procedures and interventions (student specific)

|Procedure |Administered by |Equipment |Maintained by |Auth/trained by |

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Medications (attach medication guideline and administration log)

Diet (attach any additional information)

Transportation (attach any additional information)

Classroom School Modifications (including adaptive PE)

Equipment and Supplies ___Parent Provided ___District Provided ___None

List Equipment

Training / Education (staff, CPR, Skills checklist) (peers, students)

Student Participation in Procedures (student skills checklist) (attach additional information)

Safety Measures (attach any additional information)

Contingencies

___Emergency Plan attached ___Transportation Plan attached ___Training Plan Attached

Substitute / Backup Staff (when primary staff is not available)

Possible Problems to be expected

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Authorizations

I have participated in the development of the Health Care Plan and agree with the content

|Parent |Date |Teacher |Date |

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|School Liaison |Date |Teacher |Date |

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|School Nurse |Date |Other |Date |

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|LEA Representative |Date |Other |Date |

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Physician: order for medications/specialized procedure (if pertinent)

Signature________________________________________Date____________________

Administrative Comments

Effective Beginning Date _______________Date Health Care Checklist Completed___________

IEP if appropriate ________________________________Date___________________________

Next Review Date _____________________________________

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Students with Special Health Care Needs

HEALTH CARE PLAN LOG

Student Name _____________________________Date of Birth ____________________

Date/Time Procedure Notes Observations Name

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Students with Special Health Care Needs

EMERCENCY PLAN

Student ____________________________________Date_________________________

Preferred hospital in case of emergency________________________________________

Physician ______________________________Phone #___________________________

STUDENT SPECIFIC EMERGENCIES

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If An Emergency Occurs:

1. If the emergency is life-threatening, immediately call 9-1-1.

2. State with student or designate another adult to do so.

3. Call or designate someone to call the principal and/or health care coordinator.

a. State who you are

b. State where you are

c. State problem

4. If the school liaison is unavailable, the following staff members are trained to deal with an emergency, and to initiate the appropriate procedures:

Salmon - 1992

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Students with Special Health Care Needs

TRANSPORTATION PLAN

Bus Number _________ a.m. p.m.

Bus Driver______________________________________

Student’s Name__________________________________ Student Photo

Address________________________________________

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Home Phone ____________________________________

Father’s Work Phone _____________________________

Mother’s Work Phone ____________________________

Babysitter’s Name _______________________________Phone____________________

Address_________________________________________________________________

School_________________________________Teacher___________________________

Disability/Diagnosis_______________________________________________________

Medications_____________________________________________________________

Side Effects_____________________________________________________________

1. Mode of transportation on bus

___Wheelchair ___Car Seat ___Seat Belt ___Chest Harness

2. Walks up bus stairs independently ___yes ___No

3. Student method of communication________________________________________

4. Behavioral difficulties student displays____________________________________

5. Equipment that must be transported on bus (including oxygen, life-sustaining equipment, wheelchair equipment, climate control, etc)

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6. Procedures for failure of life-sustaining equipment (if any) ___________________

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7. Wheelchair restraint checklist (check all that apply)

Seat belt ___on ___off ___Headrest up

Chest harness ___on ___off ___Abductor in place

Wheelchair brakes ___on ___off ___Other________________

Tray ___on ___off ________________________

8. Positioning and handling requirements ______________________________________

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9. Substitute bus drivers

Name __________________________________Phone________________________

Name__________________________________Phone_________________________

10. The bus driver and substitute(s) received training regarding the student’s special needs.

____yes ____no Date trained___________________

Student Specific Emergencies

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CASE STUDY

A meeting was held to develop a Health Care Plan for Jane D. The school nurse, paraprofessional, parent, student, and teacher discussed the day-to-day medical and personal health care procedures for Jane.

Jane is a 14 year old with cerebral palsy. She is non-ambulatory and non-verbal with a tracheotomy and Gastrostomy. With these conditions, she requires medical care and a plan that will include the following:

• Protocol for tracheotomy care and suctioning

• Protocol for Gastrostomy care

• Mobility and an exercise program

• Augmentative communication device

• Medication for stimulation of food digestion

In addition, Jane’s personal care needs to be addressed in her health care plan:

• Toileting (brief changes)

• Range of motion exercises

• Washing hands and body, as needed

• Positioning in a wheelchair

• Feeding (via gastric tube)

• Care of body excretions (drooling, menstrual, tears, and others)

Documentation including procedures for keeping a daily log need to be identified in the Health Care Plan.

After the daily care procedures have been described, Susan the paraprofessional indicates to the registered nurse that she will need intensive instruction on all aspects of tracheotomy care. The nurse says she will demonstrate the care on the student. The nurse reviews the nursing goals to ensure proper air flow through the trachea. The team’s decision for Susan included the following goals:

Nursing goals:

1. The student’s lungs will receive adequate oxygen

2. The student will participate as fully as possible in all school activities

3. The student will achieve maximum independence

4. The student’s psycho-social needs will be met

With the student and parent’s assistance the nurse describes the reason the student has the trachea tube and identifies the parts of the trach with information on how it assists the students’ breathing. The paraprofessional asks, “What needs to be done and how do I know when to do it?” With regard to suctioning, the nurse and parent explain this student’s normal reactions and body language which indicates need for suctioning. The nurse explains when the cannula would need to be changed and demonstrates the suctioning and cannula procedures for the

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paraprofessional. The paraprofessional then performs these procedures with the help of the nurse until the nurse is confident that Susan, The health care paraprofessional, can perform these procedures. At that point the nurse and the paraprofessional sign Susan (the paraprofessional’s) Personal Training Plan for Suctioning and Cannula Procedures Training.

Susan’s Personal Training Plan verifies that she has been trained on the Protocols for Gastrostomy and Mobility & Exercise Procedures. She and the nurse discuss paraprofessional’s additional training needs for taking care of this student. Susan has not previously handled a non-verbal student with an augmentative device. The nurse made arrangements with the speech pathologist to help the students and parent show Susan how Jane communicates with her device. The Speech Pathologist helps Susan learn to program the device to support Jane in the classroom. The nurse also shares tips on how to make this device available for the student and Jane’s non-verbal mannerisms that show emotions and expressions to make the paraprofessional more sensitive to Jane’s needs. The paraprofessional is responsible for activating the augmentative device for the student’s communication throughout the day.

Susan and the nurse discussed the administration of medicine and her responsibilities for personal care as outlined on the health care plan. The transition meeting concludes with all parties signing off on the plan for the first week of school. The nurse and Susan decide on a routine method for feedback and documentation by using a daily log sheet/checklist.

Susan now takes time to visit one-on-one with Jane and tell her she will look forward to meeting the bus on Monday morning.

New Hampshire Department of Education, Special Education Bureau (1990). A compilation of information and procedures for meeting special physical health needs of students.

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SPECIAL HEALTH CARE TEAM

STUDENT NEEDS QUESTIONNAIRE

YES NO

1. Does the student have a health condition which will require ___ ___

inservice training?

2. Does the student have a health condition which will require ___ ___

changes or modifications outside the classroom (lunchroom,

playground, gym, bus)?

3. Does the student have a health condition which will require ___ ___

changes in or modification of the classroom environment?

4. Does the student have a health condition which will require ___ ___

safety precautions on the bus, playground, gym, etc.?

5. Does the student have a health condition which would result ___ ___

in pain?

6. Does the student have a health condition which would require ___ ___

a special diet?

7. Does the student have a health condition which will require ___ ___

medication?

8. Does the student have a health condition which will require ___ ___

rehabilitative treatment?

9. Does the student have a health condition which will require ___ ___

regular contact with a doctor?

10. Does the student have a health condition which will require ___ ___

training someone else (fellow student, classroom teacher,

paraprofessional)?

11. Will the student require an adapted health education program ___ ___

12. Will the student require special equipment for learning because ___ ___

of a health problem?

13. Will the student require assistance of a personal nature (toileting, ___ ___

feeding, positioning)?

14. Does the student have to take medication? ___ ___

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15. Does the student require health maintenance care (immunizations, ___ ___

exercise, dental care)?

16. Does the student require health related procedures? ___ ___

17. Are there any other needs? ___ ___

What are they?____________________________________________________________

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New Hampshire Department of Education, Special Education Bureau (1990). A compilation of information and procedures for meeting special physical health needs of students.

HANDOUT H13

UNIVERSAL

PRECAUTIONS

Universal precautions should be used in the care of all patients especially those in emergency situations.

Appropriate barrier precautions should be used to prevent skin and mucous membranes (eyes, nose, mouth) from coming in contact with the other person=s blood or body fluids.

1. Latex/vinyl gloves should be worn. (vinyl gloves if latex sensitive)

2. Gloves should be changed after contact with each patient.

3. Masks should be worn to prevent exposure of nose and mouth.

4. Protective eye wear may be worn.

5. Hands and other skin surfaces should be washed immediately and thoroughly if contaminated with blood or other body fluid.

6. Remove gloves in a safe manner that will not contaminate you with fluids on gloves.

7. Wash hands after gloves are removed.

8. Gloves should also be worn during any cleaning procedure.

*****If CPR is performed, the risk of transmission is reduced by using mouth-to-mouth face shield or masks.

Cleaning and Decontaminating Spills of Blood or Other Body Fluids

A. Gloves should be worn during the cleaning and decontaminating procedures.

B. Chemical germicides that are approved for use as Ahospital disinfectants@ can be used to decontaminate spills of blood and other body fluids.

C. Bleach and water combinations mixed at 1/4 cup bleach to 1 gallon tap water can be used to decontaminate spills of blood and other body fluids.

D. Use absorbent material to soak up fluid. Then spray or pour Adisinfectant@ on area or object, wipe dry. Repeat, if necessary.

E. Place disposable gloves and absorbent material in plastic garbage bag and tie bag off. Double bag, if necessary.

Recommended Contents of Body Spills Kit

Spray Bottle Containing Germicidal Cleaner

(Mix 1/4 oz. Germicidal Cleaner to 32 oz. Water)

Paper Towels Plastic Bags Moisture Absorbing Agent

Latex/Vinyl Gloves Dust Pan (use minimal amount)

Brush or Broom

“Crash Course in First Responder”

OVERHEAD/HANDOUT H14

WHEN SHOULD WE WASH OUR HANDS?

Before & After Contact with Student

Before & After Contact with Equipment

After Using Gloves

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GUIDELINES FOR THE HANDLING OF BODY FLUIDS

IN THE SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT

I. Contact with body fluids

A. If possible, avoid contact with body fluids. Allow student or staff to clean him or herself. If this is not possible, a barrier must be worn when direct hand contact with the body fluid is anticipated (e.g., changing diapers, cleaning wounds, handling soiled clothing, or cleaning mops used for vomit, blood, urine, or stool). The barrier should be discarded in a double lined gab or trash container. Hands must always bed washed vigorously with soap and water under a stream of running water for 15-20 seconds. Rinse under running water. Use a paper towel to turn off faucet. Dry hands thoroughly with a paper towel.

B. Clothing and other nondisposable items which are soaked with body fluids should be rinsed and placed in plastic bags. If pre-soaking is required, use gloves to rinse or soak the item in cold water prior to bagging. Clothes contaminated with body fluids should be washed separately from other items. Wash as usual. If the item is bleachable, add ½ cup of bleach to the wash cycle. If the item cannot be bleached, add ½ cu non-chlorine bleach to the wash cycle.

C. Rugs which are contaminated by body fluids may be cleaned by applying a sanitary absorbent agent. Allow the agent to dry according to the directions, then vacuum. If needed, mechanically remove with a dust pan and broom, then apply rug shampoo (containing a germicidal detergent) with a brush and re-vacuum.

II. Disinfection/cleaning of hard surfaces and care equipment

A. Disinfectants should be used to clean surfaces contaminated with body fluids. These disinfectants should kill vegetative bacteria, fungi, tubercle bacillus, and virus. These disinfectants should be registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for use as a disinfectant in medical facilities and hospitals.

B. Remove soil from surface, then apply disinfectant.

C. Mops should be soaked in the disinfectant after use, then washed in hot water prior to rinsing. Gloves should be worn.

D. Disposable equipment should be double bagged and placed in trash receptacle.

E. Nondisposable equipment (dust pans, buckets) should be rinsed thoroughly in the disinfectant.

F. Discard used solution promptly in drain pipe; rinse pail or container.

G. Gloves are removed after all clean up is completed and are placed in a double trash bag.

Arkansas Department of Education, Special Education Section. (1996). Resource guide: Developing school policies on children with special health care needs.

OVERHEAD/HANDOUT H16

Disposable Gloves Procedures

1. Maintain supply of latex and/or vinyl disposable gloves of various sixes in accessible locations.

2. Do not reuse gloves. Use fresh gloves for each student and task.

3. Slip each hand into a clean glove, pulling it snugly over the fingers for a good fit. Pull glove over wrist as far as it will go.

4. Remove first glove by turning it inside out as it is pulled over the hand. Grasp the glove in the remaining gloved hand.

5. During removal of second glove, avoid touching the outer surface. Slip fingers of the un-gloved hand under the glove and pull it inside out, effectively sealing the first glove inside.

6. Dispose of the used gloves in a lined waste container.

7. Wash hands thoroughly, following hand washing procedure.

OVERHEAD/HANDOUT H17

Basic Guideline in Preventing

Exposure & Transmission of Infectious Disease

Avoid direct contact with body fluids

Encourage student to do own care

Wear gloves

Have first aid & other supplies available

Playground staff to carry first aid supplies

Do not eat or touch your mouth or eyes while giving first aid

HANDOUT H18

CRASH

COURSE

IN

FIRST

RESPONDER

Alysia Weiss-Cover, B.S.E., M.Ed.

Health Education Consultant

Ann Davis, B.S.E., M.Ed.

Special Education, Transition

Table of Contents

First Aid Kit 1

General Rules of Thumb. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

In an Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Pressure Points . . 4

Fainting, Seizures, Diabetes 5

Diabetic Emergencies 6

Shock 7

Head and Spinal Injuries 8

Bites 9

Dental Injuries 10

Eye injuries . 10

Choking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12

Heat related emergencies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

References made from Brady First Responder

First Aid Kit

YOU MAY WANT SOME OF THESE ITEMS IN YOUR FIRST AID KIT:

1. Mild soap

2. Band aids

3. Cotton balls

4. Sterile gauze dressing

5. Latex gloves and other barrier equipment

6. Adhesive tape

7. Small scissors

8. Syrup of Ipecac (keep an eye on the expiration date)

9. Ace bandage

10. Triangular bandages

11. Disposable instant cold packs

12. Tweezers

13. Roller bandages

14. Any other supplies needed to conform to written medical policies

NOTE:

Ointments, :first aid sprays, or other medications should not be used without the written signed authorization of a physician or parent. Most of these products are of no proved value in preventing infection or promoting healing, and they may cause allergic reactions or tissue damage in some cases.

General Rules of Thumb...

Rules

ACTUAL CONSENT

If patient is conscious with clear mind, ask if you can give care.

You must tell the patient:

a. your level of training

b. why you think care is needed

c. what you are going to do

d. if there is any risk in the care you give or if there is any risk in refusing

IMPLIED CONSENT

When the adult is unable to give actual consent, the law assumes they want care.

MINOR’S CONSENT

Parents cannot be reached quickly, implied consent is used

ABANDONMENT

If you volunteer to help someone, you must stay with them until someone else that is more qualified or equally as qualified gets to you. DO NOT LEAVE!

NEGLIGENCE

When you give care and further unnecessary injury results.

IN GIVING CARE...

PRIMARY SURVEY: Three important things to look for FIRST

1. Respiration: are they breathing?

2. Circulation: is there a pulse (carotid or radial or other?)

3. Bleeding: any major bleeding? control it!!

Rules to follow...

1. Note state of consciousness. Keep patient conscious!

2. Be alert of all changes in a patients condition

3. Watch for skin color changes- fingertips and lips are first to show color change

4. Note if something looks wrong- IE: swelling

5. Assume spinal injuries!!! DO NOT MOVE UNLESS PERSON IS IN IMMINENT DANGER OF FATAL INJURY.

IN AN EMERGENCY . . .

Controlling Bleeding

1. Expose entire wound and apply direct pressure--keep adding towels if needed

2. Elevate the wound

3. Apply pressure to a pressure point if bleeding won’t stop

4. EMERGENCY ONLY: apply a tourniquet to closest pressure point

Nose Bleeds

1. Pinch nostrils∼

∼ If head injury is suspected, hold dressing to nose; DO NOT pinch nostrils

Broken Bones

1. Splint- using what is available, IE: books, umbrellas, boards, etc.

2. Using material, secure splint to bone--DO NOT cut off blood flow

3. Immobilize until medical help

Puncture Wounds

1. Look for exit wound

2. DO NOT remove the object, unless it is in the cheek

3. Expose the entire wound and control bleeding AROUND the site--not on it

4. Immobilize the object so it will NOT tear, using bulky dressing

Avulsions--flaps of skin torn loose

1. Clean wound area under the skin with peroxide

2. Fold skin back over

3. Seek medical help if necessary

Amputations--body parts separated from the body

1. Gather and save parts in a plastic bag, keeping the parts COOL--not cold

2. Apply direct pressure to wound to control bleeding

3. Seek medical help

Protruding Organs--organs outside of the body

1. Cover organs and body area with plastic or foil

2. Overlap with a towel to keep in heat

3. Don’t try to shove back into the body; don’t feed the patient

Burns

1. Minor: rinse under cold water--apply clean dressing

2. Major: wrap loosely with clean dressing, seek medical help NO COLD WATER

3. Chemical: flood with water for twenty minutes

4. Electrical: watch pulse, breathing, perform CPR if necessary

Poisoning

1. Call Arkansas Poison Control Center immediately 1-800-376-4766

2. IF told to induce vomiting...

a. Give 1 to 2 tablespoons of syrup of ipecac

b. Give 1 cup of water

c. Have person on their stomach so they do not choke on vomit

d. In 15 to 20 minutes they will vomit

e. Save vomit and take person and vomit to the emergency room

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WATCHING FOR AND CARING FOR a) Fainting b) Seizures c) Diabetes

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FAINTING:

To prevent: Lower the head, put patients head between knees (sitting) keep patient from falling

If patient has been injured assume a spinal injury and do not move unless patient is in imminent danger.

If patient has already fainted, monitor breathing and pulse and keep at rest.

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SEIZURES:

Signs and Symptoms:

1. Sudden loss of consciousness

2. Body will stiffen

3. May stop breathing, may lose bladder control

4. Go into convulsions

5. Then body will relax

6. Person will be tired and confused

Care:

1. Place patient on floor, clear of all objects, holding their head

2. Loosen restrictive clothing

3. After convulsions, keep at rest with head turned to side for drainage in case of

vomiting.

4. Keep privacy for patient

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5. Call doctor or EMS depending on history of seizures

DIABETES:

This is a condition in which there is an increase or absence of insulin produced by the pancreas.

Diabetic Coma: Takes several days to develop. Severe hyperglycemia: Sugar level in the blood goes up and the sugar level in the tissues goes down.

Insulin Shock: Comes on suddenly. Severe hypoglycemia: A form of shock caused by too high insulin in the blood, producing a drop in blood sugar.

Diabetic Emergencies

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Diabetic Coma (Hyperglycemia)

Causes:

The diabetic’s condition has not been diagnosed and/or treated.

The diabetic has not taken his insulin.

The diabetic has overeaten, flooding the body

with a sudden excess of carbohydrates.

The diabetic suffers an infection that disrupts his glucose/insulin balance.

Symptoms and signs:

Gradual onset of symptoms and signs, over

a period of days.

Patient complains of dry mouth and intense thirst.

Abdominal pain and vomiting common.

Gradually increasing restlessness, confusion, followed by stupor.

Coma, with these signs:

Signs of air hunger—Deep, sighing respirations.

Weak, rapid pulse.

Dry, red, warm skin.

Eyes that appear sunken.

Breath smell of acetone—Sickly sweet,

like nail polish remover.

Emergency care:

Immediately transport to a medical facility.

Insulin Shock (Hypoglycemia)

Cause:

The diabetic has taken too much insulin.

The diabetic has not eaten enough to provide his normal sugar intake.

The diabetic has overexercised, or overexerted himself thus reducing his blood glucose level.

The diabetic has vomited a meal.

Symptoms and signs:

Rapid onset of symptoms and signs, over a period of minutes.

Dizziness and headache.

Abnormal, hostile, or aggressive behavior, which may be diagnosed as acute alcoholic intoxication.

Fainting, convulsions, and occasionally coma.

Full rapid pulse.

Patient intensely hungry.

Skin pale, cold, and clammy; perspiration may be profuse.

Drooling.

Emergency care:

Conscious patient—administer sugar, granular sugar, honey, lifesaver or other candy placed under the tongue, or orange juice.

Avoid giving liquids to the unconscious patient. Provide “sprinkle” of granulated sugar under tongue.

Turn head to side or place on side.

Transport to the medical facility.

Special Notes: Diabetic Coma and Insulin Shock

When faced with a patient who may be suffering from one of these conditions:

Determine if the patient is diabetic. Look for medical alert medallions or information cards; interview patient and family members.

If the patient is a known or suspected diabetic, and insulin shock cannot be ruled out, assume that it is insulin shock and administer sugar.

Often a patient suffering from either of these conditions may simply appear drunk. Always check for other underlying conditions—such as diabetic complications—when treating someone who appears intoxicated.

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When someone goes into shock...

First symptoms of shock:

1. weakness

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2. nausea with possible vomiting

3. thirst

4. dizziness

5. patient indicates restlessness and fear

First signs of shock:

1. Combativeness

2. Profuse external bleeding

3. Vomiting or loss of body fluids

4. Shaking or trembling

5. State of awareness

6. Shallow/rapid breathing

7. Rapid/weak pulse (100 b/m +)

8. Skin: pale, cool, clammy

9. Face: pale, blue color

10. Eyes: pupils are dilated

CARE FOR SHOCK

ACTIVATE EMS IF AVAILABLE

1. Lie down and rest

2. Keep airway open

3. Control bleeding

4. Keep warm with covers (don’t overheat)

5. Be alert for vomiting

6. Elevate lower extremities: 8-12 inches on legs unless injured

7. Don’t allow any food or drink

8. Watch vitals at least every 5 minutes

TRANSPORT TO MEDICAL FACILITY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

HEAD AND SPINAL INJURIES

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Head Injuries: What to look for

1. Any visible head injuries

2. Black eyes or under eyes

3. Unequal pupils

4. Clear or bloody fluid coming from ears or nose

Brain Injuries:

1. Unequal or unresponsive pupils

2. Loss of sensations

3. Headache

4. Personality changes

5. Hearing or balance off

CARE FOR HEAD INJURIES...

1. Keep airway open 6. Dress/bandage wounds

2. Keep at rest 7. Provide care for shock

3. Control bleeding ( no pressure 8. Monitor vitals

if depression of bone or brain 9. Be prepared for vomiting

exposed)

4. Don’t stop blood flow or cerebral spinal fluid

5. Talk to patient

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS FOR SPINAL INJURIES:

1. Weakness, numbness or tingling or loss of feeling in arms and legs

2. Paralysis to arms and legs

3. Painful movement of arms and/or legs

4. Pain along backbone or neck bone

5. Burning along spine

6. Deformity: angle of head and neck

7. Bruises to neck or shoulders or injury to head

8. Loss of bladder or bowel control

9. Persistent erection of penis (affects nerves= known as priapism)

10. Difficulty breathing- little or no chest movement

11. Position of arms over head

Care for Spinal Injuries:

1. Treat all victims as possible spinal injuries Assume neck and spinal injuries

DO NOT MOVE!!!!!! UNLESS

A. Airway is obstructed--- then roll to side, as carefully as possible, to allow airway to clear

B. If fatal injury is imminent in present location meaning

ONLY TO SAVE THE LIFE OF VICTIM

2. Activate EMS

3. Control serious bleeding - don’t attempt to splint.

4. Keep at rest, tell patient not to move. Try to keep calm.

5. Will OFTEN go into shock; monitor carefully.

BITES

I. HUMAN BITES

A. Cleanse area thoroughly with soap and water. Rinse and dry well. Clean with alcohol.

B. Apply sterile dressing if needed.

C. Notify parent if child is involved.

II. ANIMAL BITES

A. Cleanse wound thoroughly with soap and water unless there is tissue loss or severe

bleeding. In that case follow severe wound first aid.

B. Apply a sterile dressing and immobilize bitten area.

C. If possible apprehend and isolate animal to be held by Animal Control - Contact Animal Control.

D. Notify parent if child is involved.

III. INSECT BITES

BEE/WASP STINGS

A. Remove stinger if present using a credit card, dull knife or tongue depressor to scrape the stinger out of the point of entry.

B. Cleanse with soap and water.

C. Apply cold-do not elevate.

D. Watch for allergic reactions.

E. Notify parent if child is involved.

TICKS

A. Remove all of the tick with tweezers by grasping close to point of insertion. A small tag of skin may be attached.

B. Wash area well with soap and water.

C. Notify parent if child is involved.

Dental Injuries

A. Save any knocked out teeth. Wrap the tooth in gauze moistened with water or milk to send with person to the dentist.

B. Apply cold compress to affected area.

C. See dentist quickly.

D. Notify parent if child is involved.

Eye Injuries

I. Small objects blown or rubbed into the eye

A. ALWAYS WASH HANDS BEFORE EXAMINING EYE

B. DO NOT RUB EYE

C. Encourage person to try to blink objects out of eye

D. Flush GENTLY with small amount of water

E. Apply loose bandages to both eyes and get medical attention if person cannot get object out of eye

F. Notify parent if child is involved

II. Penetration eye injuries

A. DO NOT ATTEMPT REMOVAL OF OBJECT

B. Cover both eyes with loose bandage

C. Keep person clam, quiet and as still as possible

D. Transport to emergency medical care sitting upright

E. Notify parent if child is involved

III. Blunt injury or blow to eye and surrounding area

A. Commonly results in a black eye

B. Should be seen by a doctor because injury may be more serious than it appears and could result in loss of vision and other problems

C. Apply sterile dressing to any bleeding

D. Notify parent if child is involved

A.

CHOKING

If someone is fully obstructed they will not be able to cough, talk or breathe. As long as someone is coughing, do not touch the person. Verbally encourage them to continue coughing. If the person is fully obstructed begin steps below.

1. Infant (under one year of age)

A. Hold infant in position shown (illustration A)-give 5 rapid back blows between the shoulder blades using the heel of your hand.

B. Carefully turn baby over, supporting head well. Push in mid chest 5 times with 2 fingers on an imaginary line one finger width below the nipples (illustration B).

C. Look in mouth for object.

D. Repeat above until object is expelled, or infant becomes unconscious.

E. If infant is unconscious give one rescue breath after looking in mouth.

F. Repeat steps A, B, C and E until help arrives or object is expelled.

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2. Conscious Child or Adult

A. If person is conscious but cannot cough or speak. Perform the abdominal thrust or Heimlich Maneuver.

B. Stand behind standing or seated person and wrap arms around person’s waist.

C. Make a fist with a hand, place thumb side against person’s mid-abdomen- between the navel and breast bone.

D. Grasp your fist with your other hand.

E. Press fist into abdomen with quick upward and inward thrusts. Each thrust should be distinct in an attempt to remove obstruction. (Figure 44)

F. Repeat thrusts until object is expelled or person becomes unconscious and emergency help arrives.

G. Notify parent if child is involved.

3. Unconscious Child or Adult

A. Lay person on back on floor.

B. Look into mouth, if you see object remove and check for return of breathing.

C. If object is not seen give 2 rescue breaths.

D. Straddle victims thighs, place hands against persons mid-abdomen (between navel and breast bone) and apply 5 abdominal thrusts.

Figure 44. Subdiaphragmatic thrust (the Heimlich maneuver )

Administered to a conscious (standing) victim of foreign body

airway obstruction.

E. Repeat step B, C and D until object is removed or emergency help arrives.

F. Notify parent if child is involved

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HEAT RELATED EMERGENCIES

|Condition |Muscle Cramps |Breathing |Pulse |Weakness |Skin |Perspiration |Loss of |

| | | | | | | |Consciousness |

|Heat |Yes |Varies |Varies |Yes |Moist, Warm, |Heavy |Seldom |

|Cramps | | | | |no change | | |

|Heat Exhaustion |No |Rapid, |Weak |Yes |Cold, |Heavy |Sometimes |

| | |Shallow | | |Clammy | | |

|Heat |No |Deep, then |Full rapid |Yes |Dry, hot |Little or |Often |

|Stroke | |shallow | | | |none | |

A. Heat Cramps

1. Move to a cool place.

2. Give salted water.

3. Massage muscle with pressure.

4. Apply warm moist towels to forehead and cramped muscles.

5. Alert EMS.

B. Heat Exhaustion

1. Move to a cool place.

2. Keep at rest.

3. Give salted water.

4. Provide care for shock but don’t overheat.

5. May become unconscious.

6. Alert EMS.

C. Heat Stroke

1. Cool rapidly with wet towels or sheets and pour cold water over them.

2. Wrap cold packs and place on under arms, on wrists, on ankles on each side of neck.

3. If transport is delayed - put victim in tub of cold water up to face.

4. Monitor vitals

5. Provide care for shock.

Diabetic Coma (Hyperglycemia)

Causes:

The diabetic’s condition has not been diagnosed and/or treated.

The diabetic has not taken his insulin.

The diabetic has overeaten, flooding the body

with a sudden excess of carbohydrates.

The diabetic suffers an infection that disrupts his glucose/insulin balance.

Symptoms and signs:

Gradual onset of symptoms and signs, over

a period of days.

Patient complains of dry mouth and intense thirst.

Abdominal pain and vomiting common.

Gradually increasing restlessness, confusion, followed by stupor.

Coma, with these signs:

Signs of air hunger—Deep, sighing respirations.

Weak, rapid pulse.

Dry, red, warm skin.

Eyes that appear sunken.

Breath smell of acetone—Sickly sweet,

like nail polish remover.

Emergency care:

Immediately transport to a medical facility.

Insulin Shock (Hypoglycemia)

Cause:

The diabetic has taken too much insulin.

The diabetic has not eaten enough to provide his normal sugar intake.

The diabetic has overexercised, or overexerted himself thus reducing his blood glucose level.

The diabetic has vomited a meal.

Symptoms and signs:

Rapid onset of symptoms and signs, over a period of minutes.

Dizziness and headache.

Abnormal, hostile, or aggressive behavior, which may be diagnosed as acute alcoholic intoxication.

Fainting, convulsions, and occasionally coma.

Full rapid pulse.

Patient intensely hungry.

Skin pale, cold, and clammy; perspiration may be profuse.

Drooling.

Emergency care:

Conscious patient—administer sugar, granular sugar, honey, lifesaver or other candy placed under the tongue, or orange juice.

Avoid giving liquids to the unconscious patient. Provide “sprinkle” of granulated sugar under tongue.

Turn head to side or place on side.

Transport to the medical facility.

Special Notes: Diabetic Coma and Insulin Shock

When faced with a patient who may be suffering from one of these conditions:

Determine if the patient is diabetic. Look for medical alert medallions or information cards; interview patient and family members.

If the patient is a known or suspected diabetic, and insulin shock cannot be ruled out, assume that it is insulin shock and administer sugar.

Often a patient suffering from either of these conditions may simply appear drunk. Always check for other underlying conditions—such as diabetic complications—when treating someone who appears intoxicated.

When someone goes into shock...

First symptoms of shock:

[pic]

1. weakness

2. nausea with possible vomiting

3. thirst

4. dizziness

5. patient indicates restlessness and fear

[pic]

First signs of shock:

1. Combativeness

2. Profuse external bleeding

3. Vomiting or loss of body fluids

4. Shaking or trembling

5. State of awareness

6. Shallow/rapid breathing

7. Rapid/weak pulse (100 b/m +)

8. Skin: pale, cool, clammy

9. Face: pale, blue color

10. Eyes: pupils are dilated

CARE FOR SHOCK

ACTIVATE EMS IF AVAILABLE

1. Lie down and rest

2. Keep airway open

3. Control bleeding

4. Keep warm with covers (don’t overheat)

5. Be alert for vomiting

6. Elevate lower extremities: 8-12 inches on legs unless injured

7. Don’t allow any food or drink

8. Watch vitals at least every 5 minutes

TRANSPORT TO MEDICAL FACILITY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

HEAD AND SPINAL INJURIES

[pic]

Head Injuries: What to look for

1. Any visible head injuries

2. Black eyes or under eyes

3. Unequal pupils

4. Clear or bloody fluid coming from ears or nose

Brain Injuries:

1. Unequal or unresponsive pupils

2. Loss of sensations

3. Headache

4. Personality changes

5. Hearing or balance off

CARE FOR HEAD INJURIES...

1. Keep airway open 6. Dress/bandage wounds

2. Keep at rest 7. Provide care for shock

3. Control bleeding ( no pressure 8. Monitor vitals

if depression of bone or brain 9. Be prepared for vomiting

exposed)

4. Don’t stop blood flow or cerebral spinal fluid

5. Talk to patient

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS FOR SPINAL INJURIES:

1. Weakness, numbness or tingling or loss of feeling in arms and legs

2. Paralysis to arms and legs

3. Painful movement of arms and/or legs

4. Pain along backbone or neck bone

5. Burning along spine

6. Deformity: angle of head and neck

7. Bruises to neck or shoulders or injury to head

8. Loss of bladder or bowel control

9. Persistent erection of penis (affects nerves= known as priapism)

10. Difficulty breathing- little or no chest movement

11. Position of arms over head

Care for Spinal Injuries:

1. Treat all victims as possible spinal injuries Assume neck and spinal injuries

DO NOT MOVE!!!!!! UNLESS

A. Airway is obstructed--- then roll to side, as carefully as possible, to allow airway to clear

B. If fatal injury is imminent in present location meaning

ONLY TO SAVE THE LIFE OF VICTIM

2. Activate EMS

3. Control serious bleeding - don’t attempt to splint.

4. Keep at rest, tell patient not to move. Try to keep calm.

5. Will OFTEN go into shock; monitor carefully.

BITES

1. HUMAN BITES

A. Cleanse area thoroughly with soap and water. Rinse and dry well. Clean with alcohol.

B. Apply sterile dressing if needed.

C. Notify parent if child is involved.

2. ANIMAL BITES

A. Cleanse wound thoroughly with soap and water unless there is tissue loss or severe bleeding. In that case follow severe wound first aid.

B. Apply a sterile dressing and immobilize bitten area.

C. If possible apprehend and isolate animal to be held by Animal Control-contact Animal Control

D. Notify parent if child is involved.

3. INSECT BITES

BEE/WASP STINGS

A. Remove stinger if present using a credit card, dull knife or tongue depressor to scrape the stinger out of the point of entry.

B. Cleanse with soap and water.

C. Apply cold-do not elevate.

D. Watch for allergic reactions.

E. Notify parent if child is involved.

TICKS

A. Remove all of the tick with tweezers by grasping close to point of insertion. A small tag of skin may be attached.

B. Wash area well with soap and water.

C. Notify parent if child is involved.

DENTAL INJURIES

A. Save any knocked out teeth. Wrap the tooth in gauze moistened with water or milk to send with person to the dentist.

B. Apply cold compress to affected area.

C. See dentist quickly.

D. Notify parent if child is involved.

EYE INJURIES

1. Small Objects Blown or Rubbed Into the Eye

A. ALWAYS WASH HANDS BEFORE EXAMINING EYE.

B. DO NOT RUB EYE.

C. Encourage person to try to blink objects out of eye.

D. Flush GENTLY with small amount of water.

E. Apply loose bandages to both eyes and get medical attention if person cannot get object out of eye.

F. Notify parent if child is involved.

2. Penetration Eye Injuries

A. DO NOT ATTEMPT REMOVAL OF OBJECT

B. Cover both eyes with loose bandage.

C. Keep person calm, quiet and as still as possible.

D. Transport to emergency medical care sitting up.

E. Notify parent if child is involved.

3. Blunt Injury or Blow to Eye and Surrounding Area

A. Commonly results in a black eye.

B. Should be seen by a doctor because injury may be more serious than it appears and could result in loss of vision and other problems.

C. Apply sterile dressing to any bleeding.

D. Notify parent if child is involved.

CHOKING

If someone is fully obstructed they will not be able to cough, talk or breathe. As long as someone is coughing, do not touch the person. Verbally encourage them to continue coughing. If the person is fully obstructed begin steps below.

1. Infant (under one year of age)

A. Hold infant in position shown (illustration A)-give 5 rapid back blows between the shoulder blades using the heel of your hand.

B. Carefully turn baby over, supporting head well. Push in mid chest 5 times with 2 fingers on an imaginary line one finger width below the nipples (illustration B).

C. Look in mouth for object.

D. Repeat above until object is expelled, or infant becomes unconscious.

E. If infant is unconscious give one rescue breath after looking in mouth.

F. Repeat steps A, B, C and E until help arrives or object is expelled.

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2. Conscious Child or Adult

A. If person is conscious but cannot cough or speak. Perform the abdominal thrust or Heimlich Maneuver.

B. Stand behind standing or seated person and wrap arms around person’s waist.

C. Make a fist with a hand, place thumb side against person’s mid-abdomen- between the navel and breast bone.

D. Grasp your fist with your other hand.

E. Press fist into abdomen with quick upward and inward thrusts. Each thrust should be distinct in an attempt to remove obstruction. (Figure 44)

F. Repeat thrusts until object is expelled or person becomes unconscious and emergency help arrives.

G. Notify parent if child is involved.

3. Unconscious Child or Adult

A. Lay person on back on floor.

B. Look into mouth, if you see object remove and check for return of breathing.

C. If object is not seen give 2 rescue breaths.

D. Straddle victims thighs, place hands against persons mid-abdomen (between navel and breast bone) and apply 5 abdominal thrusts.

Figure 44. Subdiaphragmatic thrust (the Heimlich maneuver )

Administered to a conscious (standing) victim of foreign body

airway obstruction.

E. Repeat step B, C and D until object is removed or emergency help arrives.

F. Notify parent if child is involved

[pic]

HEAT RELATED EMERGENCIES

|Condition |Muscle Cramps |Breathing |Pulse |Weakness |Skin |Perspiration |Loss of |

| | | | | | | |Consciousness |

|Heat |Yes |Varies |Varies |Yes |Moist, Warm, |Heavy |Seldom |

|Cramps | | | | |no change | | |

|Heat Exhaustion |No |Rapid, |Weak |Yes |Cold, |Heavy |Sometimes |

| | |Shallow | | |Clammy | | |

|Heat |No |Deep, then |Full rapid |Yes |Dry, hot |Little or |Often |

|Stroke | |shallow | | | |none | |

A. Heat Cramps

1. Move to a cool place.

2. Give salted water.

3. Massage muscle with pressure.

4. Apply warm moist towels to forehead and cramped muscles.

5. Alert EMS.

B. Heat Exhaustion

1. Move to a cool place.

2. Keep at rest.

3. Give salted water.

4. Provide care for shock but don’t overheat.

5. May become unconscious.

6. Alert EMS.

C. Heat Stroke

1. Cool rapidly with wet towels or sheets and pour cold water over them.

2. Wrap cold packs and place on under arms, on wrists, on ankles on each side of neck.

3. If transport is delayed - put victim in tub of cold water up to face.

4. Monitor vitals

5. Provide care for shock.

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Diabetic Coma (Hyperglycemia)

Causes:

The diabetic’s condition has not been diagnosed and/or treated.

The diabetic has not taken his insulin.

The diabetic has overeaten, flooding the body

with a sudden excess of carbohydrates.

The diabetic suffers an infection that disrupts his glucose/insulin balance.

Symptoms and signs:

Gradual onset of symptoms and signs, over

a period of days.

Patient complains of dry mouth and intense thirst.

Abdominal pain and vomiting common.

Gradually increasing restlessness, confusion, followed by stupor.

Coma, with these signs:

Signs of air hunger—Deep, sighing respirations.

Weak, rapid pulse.

Dry, red, warm skin.

Eyes that appear sunken.

Breath smell of acetone—Sickly sweet,

like nail polish remover.

Emergency care:

Immediately transport to a medical facility.

Insulin Shock (Hypoglycemia)

Cause:

The diabetic has taken too much insulin.

The diabetic has not eaten enough to provide his normal sugar intake.

The diabetic has overexercised, or overexerted himself thus reducing his blood glucose level.

The diabetic has vomited a meal.

Symptoms and signs:

Rapid onset of symptoms and signs, over a period of minutes.

Dizziness and headache.

Abnormal, hostile, or aggressive behavior, which may be diagnosed as acute alcoholic intoxication.

Fainting, convulsions, and occasionally coma.

Full rapid pulse.

Patient intensely hungry.

Skin pale, cold, and clammy; perspiration may be profuse.

Drooling.

Emergency care:

Conscious patient—administer sugar, granular sugar, honey, lifesaver or other candy placed under the tongue, or orange juice.

Avoid giving liquids to the unconscious patient. Provide “sprinkle” of granulated sugar under tongue.

Turn head to side or place on side.

Transport to the medical facility.

Special Notes: Diabetic Coma and Insulin Shock

When faced with a patient who may be suffering from one of these conditions:

Determine if the patient is diabetic. Look for medical alert medallions or information cards; interview patient and family members.

If the patient is a known or suspected diabetic, and insulin shock cannot be ruled out, assume that it is insulin shock and administer sugar.

Often a patient suffering from either of these conditions may simply appear drunk. Always check for other underlying conditions—such as diabetic complications—when treating someone who appears intoxicated.

When someone goes into shock...

First symptoms of shock:

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1. weakness

2. nausea with possible vomiting

3. thirst

4. dizziness

5. patient indicates restlessness and fear

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First signs of shock:

1. Combativeness

2. Profuse external bleeding

3. Vomiting or loss of body fluids

4. Shaking or trembling

5. State of awareness

6. Shallow/rapid breathing

7. Rapid/weak pulse (100 b/m +)

8. Skin: pale, cool, clammy

9. Face: pale, blue color

10. Eyes: pupils are dilated

CARE FOR SHOCK

ACTIVATE EMS IF AVAILABLE

1. Lie down and rest

2. Keep airway open

3. Control bleeding

4. Keep warm with covers (don’t overheat)

5. Be alert for vomiting

6. Elevate lower extremities: 8-12 inches on legs unless injured

7. Don’t allow any food or drink

8. Watch vitals at least every 5 minutes

TRANSPORT TO MEDICAL FACILITY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

HEAD AND SPINAL INJURIES

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Head Injuries: What to look for

1. Any visible head injuries

2. Black eyes or under eyes

3. Unequal pupils

4. Clear or bloody fluid coming from ears or nose

Brain Injuries:

1. Unequal or unresponsive pupils

2. Loss of sensations

3. Headache

4. Personality changes

5. Hearing or balance off

CARE FOR HEAD INJURIES...

1. Keep airway open 6. Dress/bandage wounds

2. Keep at rest 7. Provide care for shock

3. Control bleeding ( no pressure 8. Monitor vitals

if depression of bone or brain 9. Be prepared for vomiting

exposed)

4. Don’t stop blood flow or cerebral spinal fluid

5. Talk to patient

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS FOR SPINAL INJURIES:

1. Weakness, numbness or tingling or loss of feeling in arms and legs

2. Paralysis to arms and legs

3. Painful movement of arms and/or legs

4. Pain along backbone or neck bone

5. Burning along spine

6. Deformity: angle of head and neck

7. Bruises to neck or shoulders or injury to head

8. Loss of bladder or bowel control

9. Persistent erection of penis (affects nerves= known as priapism)

10. Difficulty breathing- little or no chest movement

11. Position of arms over head

Care for Spinal Injuries:

1. Treat all victims as possible spinal injuries Assume neck and spinal injuries

DO NOT MOVE!!!!!! UNLESS

A. Airway is obstructed--- then roll to side, as carefully as possible, to allow airway to clear

B. If fatal injury is imminent in present location meaning

ONLY TO SAVE THE LIFE OF VICTIM

2. Activate EMS

3. Control serious bleeding - don’t attempt to splint.

4. Keep at rest, tell patient not to move. Try to keep calm.

5. Will OFTEN go into shock; monitor carefully.

BITES

1. HUMAN BITES

A. Cleanse area thoroughly with soap and water. Rinse and dry well. Clean with alcohol.

B. Apply sterile dressing if needed.

C. Notify parent if child is involved.

2. ANIMAL BITES

A. Cleanse wound thoroughly with soap and water unless there is tissue loss or severe bleeding. In that case follow severe wound first aid.

B. Apply a sterile dressing and immobilize bitten area.

C. If possible apprehend and isolate animal to be held by Animal Control-contact Animal Control

D. Notify parent if child is involved.

3. INSECT BITES

BEE/WASP STINGS

A. Remove stinger if present using a credit card, dull knife or tongue depressor to scrape the stinger out of the point of entry.

B. Cleanse with soap and water.

C. Apply cold-do not elevate.

D. Watch for allergic reactions.

E. Notify parent if child is involved.

TICKS

A. Remove all of the tick with tweezers by grasping close to point of insertion. A small tag of skin may be attached.

B. Wash area well with soap and water.

C. Notify parent if child is involved.

DENTAL INJURIES

A. Save any knocked out teeth. Wrap the tooth in gauze moistened with water or milk to send with person to the dentist.

B. Apply cold compress to affected area.

C. See dentist quickly.

D. Notify parent if child is involved.

EYE INJURIES

1. Small Objects Blown or Rubbed Into the Eye

A. ALWAYS WASH HANDS BEFORE EXAMINING EYE.

B. DO NOT RUB EYE.

C. Encourage person to try to blink objects out of eye.

D. Flush GENTLY with small amount of water.

E. Apply loose bandages to both eyes and get medical attention if person cannot get object out of eye.

F. Notify parent if child is involved.

2. Penetration Eye Injuries

A. DO NOT ATTEMPT REMOVAL OF OBJECT

B. Cover both eyes with loose bandage.

C. Keep person calm, quiet and as still as possible.

D. Transport to emergency medical care sitting up.

E. Notify parent if child is involved.

3. Blunt Injury or Blow to Eye and Surrounding Area

A. Commonly results in a black eye.

B. Should be seen by a doctor because injury may be more serious than it appears and could result in loss of vision and other problems.

C. Apply sterile dressing to any bleeding.

D. Notify parent if child is involved.

CHOKING

If someone is fully obstructed they will not be able to cough, talk or breathe. As long as someone is coughing, do not touch the person. Verbally encourage them to continue coughing. If the person is fully obstructed begin steps below.

1. Infant (under one year of age)

A. Hold infant in position shown (illustration A)-give 5 rapid back blows between the shoulder blades using the heel of your hand.

B. Carefully turn baby over, supporting head well. Push in mid chest 5 times with 2 fingers on an imaginary line one finger width below the nipples (illustration B).

C. Look in mouth for object.

D. Repeat above until object is expelled, or infant becomes unconscious.

E. If infant is unconscious give one rescue breath after looking in mouth.

F. Repeat steps A, B, C and E until help arrives or object is expelled.

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2. Conscious Child or Adult

A. If person is conscious but cannot cough or speak. Perform the abdominal thrust or Heimlich Maneuver.

B. Stand behind standing or seated person and wrap arms around person’s waist.

C. Make a fist with a hand, place thumb side against person’s mid-abdomen- between the navel and breast bone.

D. Grasp your fist with your other hand.

E. Press fist into abdomen with quick upward and inward thrusts. Each thrust should be distinct in an attempt to remove obstruction. (Figure 44)

F. Repeat thrusts until object is expelled or person becomes unconscious and emergency help arrives.

G. Notify parent if child is involved.

3. Unconscious Child or Adult

A. Lay person on back on floor.

B. Look into mouth, if you see object remove and check for return of breathing.

C. If object is not seen give 2 rescue breaths.

D. Straddle victims thighs, place hands against persons mid-abdomen (between navel and breast bone) and apply 5 abdominal thrusts.

Figure 44. Subdiaphragmatic thrust (the Heimlich maneuver )

Administered to a conscious (standing) victim of foreign body

airway obstruction.

E. Repeat step B, C and D until object is removed or emergency help arrives.

F. Notify parent if child is involved

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HEAT RELATED EMERGENCIES

|Condition |Muscle Cramps |Breathing |Pulse |Weakness |Skin |Perspiration |Loss of |

| | | | | | | |Consciousness |

|Heat |Yes |Varies |Varies |Yes |Moist, Warm, |Heavy |Seldom |

|Cramps | | | | |no change | | |

|Heat Exhaustion |No |Rapid, |Weak |Yes |Cold, |Heavy |Sometimes |

| | |Shallow | | |Clammy | | |

|Heat |No |Deep, then |Full rapid |Yes |Dry, hot |Little or |Often |

|Stroke | |shallow | | | |none | |

A. Heat Cramps

1. Move to a cool place.

2. Give salted water.

3. Massage muscle with pressure.

4. Apply warm moist towels to forehead and cramped muscles.

5. Alert EMS.

B. Heat Exhaustion

1. Move to a cool place.

2. Keep at rest.

3. Give salted water.

4. Provide care for shock but don’t overheat.

5. May become unconscious.

6. Alert EMS.

C. Heat Stroke

1. Cool rapidly with wet towels or sheets and pour cold water over them.

2. Wrap cold packs and place on under arms, on wrists, on ankles on each side of neck.

3. If transport is delayed - put victim in tub of cold water up to face.

4. Monitor vitals

5. Provide care for shock.

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