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	Health Frequently Asked Questions


Forms Permission to exchange information Medication Form Authorizing School Personnel to Administer Medication Self Medication Form School Based Health Center Student Application OHP Authorization Form
What if your student has ...	What to do ...
An illness	Read below, check When to Keep Your Student Home or contact your school nurse.
Has already missed or will miss several days of school due to illness or injury.	Contact your school nurse or counselor to discuss instructional options and to assess the need for physical supports at school.
Severe Allergic Reactions	Contact your school nurse BEFORE school begins to evaluate the need for a medical protocol and life saving medication at school. FAAN is the trusted source of information about food allergies. Epi-Pen administration video Access medication and permission to exchange information forms above.
Asthma	Contact your school nurse to evaluate the need for a medical protocol and rescue medications at school. American Lung Association Kids lung video Inhaler use; Inhaler care Peak flow meter; Peak Flow Chart How to use a spacer Asthma Action Plan; Spanish Asthma Action plan Exercise induced asthma Love your lungs Asthma brochure Access medication and permission to exchange information forms above.
Cardiac (Heart) Condition	Contact your school nurse BEFORE your student begins school to determine the need for a medical protocol. Heart diagnosis information
Concussion/Head injury	Local services Oregon head injury site
Conjunctivitis (pink eye)	Students with symptoms who are uncomfortable, draining or cannot stop touching their face or eyes need to be home until the above symptoms are under control. Facts Read about symptoms
Crutches at School	Students may only bring crutches to school if medically necessary. If your child requires crutches for an injury that has occurred, please provide the main office with a note from your medical provider stating the reason. Our goal is to maintain safety for all, and the inappropriate use of crutches (in part from lack of training) creates the potential for harm to both your child and to other students here at school. If you need assistance with seeking medical care or meeting high deductibles or co-pays, please contact your school nurse.
Diabetes	Contact your school nurse BEFORE your student begins school with diabetes. A medical protocol will need to be completed. Access medication and permission to exchange information forms above.
Migraine Headaches	Contact your school nurse to determine if a medical protocol and medication are needed at school. Has your child had a vision exam within the last year? This is frequently the cause of headaches. You may contact your school nurse to request a basic vision screen before seeking a professional exam. Some resources for vision exams are available, contact your school nurse for information. Headache Diary option 1 Headache Diary option 2 About Headache Diaries Education for kids Education for parents
Lice	Head lice possible exposure-What to do Head lice treatment Head lice fact sheet First, take a deep breath! Head lice do not carry disease and are very common. THE BEST WAY TO CONQUER HEAD LICE IS TO USE AN APPROVED LICE TREATMENT AS DIRECTED, PHYSICALLY REMOVE THE EGGS (NITS) DAILY FOR TWO WEEKS, AND FOLLOW THE BEND-LA PINE SCHOOLS TREATMENT & CLEANING GUIDELINES FOUND IN THE ABOVE LINK.
Medications at school	THE PURPOSE OF MEDICATION AT SCHOOL IS TO HELP THE STUDENT REMAIN AT SCHOOL. Usually, medications needed 3 times a day or less can be administered at home. Instead of cough drops, consider hard candy to soothe the throat. Access medication and permission to exchange information forms above. Medication Policy Medication Rule
Rashes	If sudden and new with or without fever, students can be sent home from school until diagnosed or cleared up. Some rashes are contagious and may easily spread to others. For the welfare of your child and his/her classmates, please have the rash evaluated by a health care provider. If you do not have a regular health care provider or cannot afford to see one, please contact your school nurse for assistance in locating care.
Seizures	Contact your school nurse BEFORE your student begins school to determine the need for a medical protocol. Access medication and permission to exchange information forms above. Epilepsy web site
Stomachaches & Constipation	Belly pain at school is VERY common. Check out information here to learn more about common causes and when to seek help. Educational video Food Diary Belly Pain More information Constipation Severe Constipation
Virus/colds	On the average kids get up to 8 colds a year each lasting 5 to 7 days. This means up to 56 days can be affected each year! Please consider this when deciding whether to send your child to school when they are ill. When to stay home Educational information
Vomiting/diarrhea/fever over 100.5°F orally	Students may return to school when they have been symptom free for 24 hours without the use of medications to treat the symptoms.
No Health Insurance	School Health Insurance for purchase To purchase this insurance, you need to deal directly with the company. Access them via the web by clicking the link above or call: 1-800-827-4695
A medical diagnosis that is not listed here	Contact your school nurse