Immunosuppressed Students

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Hello all,

I have a new student entering kindergarten next year who had an organ transplant a few years ago. Does anyone have a care plan or other resources (educational materials for teachers, etc.) for immunosuppressed students? Anything would be helpful. Thank you!

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Specializes in kids.

Maybe check with your local Childrens Hospital school based team. They should have a ton of resources for you.

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Specializes in Critical Care, ED, Cath lab, CTPAC,Trauma.

O would also touch base with the physician for specifics for this child.

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I agree - get permission to talk with the physician. You need specifics.

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Thanks everyone. I did speak with the physician and have specific info on this child as far as my care goes. Was looking more for resources to give to teachers- how to prevent infection, handwashing, etc. I want staff to know the importance of this without giving away too much information on the child. Thanks to all!

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Specializes in School nursing.

The CDC has some great infection prevention materials:

CDC - Handwashing and Nail Hygiene - Hygiene - Healthy Water

Handwashing: Clean Hands Save Lives | CDC

Some posters here: Posters | Health Promotion Materials | Handwashing: Clean Hands Save Lives | CDC (My favorite and the one I have posted in every bathroom is the one that says "One trillion germs can live in one gram of poop. (That's the weight of a paper clip!) Wash your hands after using the toilet.")

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awesome Jen! Thank you very much!

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