I am putting together some bullet point cards to be a protocol for our health offices. Please let me know your thoughts and if I should add anything in!!
So far I have:
Stomach ache:
*Assess for temp and general demeanor
*When was the last time the child ate?
*When was the last BM?
*Was there vomiting/diarrhea?
*If temp is WNL and no vomiting/diarrhea, give saltine crackers and allow to rest for 10 minutes before sending back to class. Nursing judgement.
Headache:
*Assess for temp and general demeanor
*When was the last time the child ate?
*Does this student have frequent headaches and/or keep PRN medication in the health office?
*Any other symptoms?
If temp is WNL and student is not in distress, encourage/offer water and allow to rest for 10 minutes before sending back to class. Nursing judgement.
