| Document type | proposal |
|---|---|
| Date | 2011-05-09 |
| Source URL | https://go.boarddocs.com/wa/ohsd/Board.nsf/files/DACMAW5A59A5/$file/Draft%20of%203420%20Anaphylaxis%20Prevention%20and%20Response.pdf |
| Entity | oak_harbor_school_district (Island Co., WA) |
| Entity URL | https://www.ohsd.net |
| Raw filename | Draft%20of%203420%20Anaphylaxis%20Prevention%20and%20Response.pdf |
| Stored filename | 2011-05-09-draftofanaphylaxispreventionandresponse-proposal.txt |
Parent document: Regular Board Meeting-10-28-2024.pdf
HARBOR - Public Schools Book Board Policy Section 3000 - Students Title Draft of Anaphylaxis Prevention and Response Code 3420 Status Adopted May 9, 2011 Last Revised October 1, 2024 Prior Revised Dates 12.29.12; 04.08.2019; ANAPHYLAXIS PREVENTION AND RESPONSE Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction that may involve systems of the entire body. Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency that requires immediate medical treatment and follow-up care by an allergist/immunologist. School administrators, teachers, and support staff must be informed and aware of life-threatening allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) and how to deal with the resulting medical emergencies. For students some common life-threatening allergens are peanuts, tree nuts, fish, bee or other insect stings, latex, and some medications. Affected students require planned care and support during the school day and during school sponsored activities. Additionally, any student could potentially have life threatening allergic reaction even without a history of such. Parents/guardians are responsible for informing the school about their student’s potential risk for anaphylaxis and for ensuring the provision of ongoing health information and necessary medical supplies. The district will take reasonable measures to avoid allergens for affected students. The district will also train staff in the awareness of anaphylaxis and prepare them to respond to emergencies. Additionally, student-specific training will be provided for appropriate personnel. Even with the district’s best efforts, staff, parents, and guardians need to be aware that it is not possible to achieve a completely allergen-free environment. However, the district will take precautions to reduce the risk of a student with a history of anaphylaxis coming into contact with the offending allergen in school. The superintendent will establish procedures to support this policy and to ensure: 1. Rescue protocol in cases of suspected anaphylaxis will follow OSPI’s Guidelines for the Care of Students with Anaphylaxis (2009); 2. Asimple and standardized format for emergency care plans is utilized; 3. A protocol is in place to ensure emergency care plans are current and completed; 4. Medication orders are clear and unambiguous; and 5. Training and documentation is a priority. Legal WAC 392-380 Public School Pupils Immunization requirement and life-threatening health condition Policy News, August 2018 Policy News, December 2013 Policy News, August 2012 Policy News, February 2009 Anaphylaxis Prevention Policy Required OSPI, March 2009 Guidelines for the Care of Students With Anaphylaxis Cross References 3416 - Medication at School 3418 - Response to Student Injury or Illness 3419 - Self-Administration of Asthma and Anaphylaxis Medications