S- tingling of mouth & throat, shortness of breath, itching, chest pain, heart racing, feeling of doom, abdominal pain, loss of consciousness
What are the 5 rules of standard precautions?
Wash hands and work surfaces often,Avoid contact with sharp objects
Use gloves and PPE,Wash hands immediate,Dispose of hazardous material safely
Name the 3 types of seizures.
Generalized (grand mal seizures) are the most common a. Atonic seizures produce an abrupt loss of muscle tone.Absence seizures are lapses of awareness.
Where are the EpiPens located at NHA?
YELLOW EpiPen box located in nurse’s suite contains both EpiPens and EpiPen Jr, this is always unlocked.
What is the first thing to do when a child has a seizure in your class?
Keep calm and reassure other people who may be nearby AND CALL for “Blue Team to _____’s Room- Seizure Protocol.”
What should you do if someone has signs of low blood sugar?
Provide a rapid acting carbohydrate, such as; glucose tablets, juice, 4 oz of soda
Notify the school nurse
What are the signs of AIDS?
Swollen lymph nodes
Lack of appetite
Chronic diarrhea
Weight loss
Fever
Fatigue
__________________ blood sugar levels are more dangerous than ______________ blood sugar levels.
Low,High
Where are the Three AEDs at Northern Hills Academy?
Above the water fountain between Mr. Alyssa’s room and Speech
Between the Nurse’s office and PT/OT, Portable AED is located in the Nurse’s Office
Name a bloodborne pathogen.
HIV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C
It's important to note the ____ the seizure started, and the ________ of the seizure.
Time, Duration.
In a person with asthma,what should you do if you see this: Shortness of breath
Frequent Cough
Wheezing
Chest tightness
Pale Color
Anxiety
Call the Nurse!!!
What are bloodborne pathogens?
Disease causing microorganisms carried by human blood and other bodily fluids.
Is there a vaccine to prevent infection?
Only Hepatits B has a vaccine.
What should you do if someone is exhibiting the signs of high blood sugar?
This is a problem which develops slowly
Provide unrestricted access to water
Allow more frequent toileting
Notify the school nurse
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