At registration Together We Grow Learning & Childcare Centre requires that the parent/guardian and physician complete an individual Action Plan for each child with an anaphylactic allergy.
The plan includes information on life-threatening allergies on an Anaphylactic Plan and a doctor’s note. This plan will be posted in the child’s room. A copy remains with the EpiPen, together with the emergency procedures. The EpiPen and the Anaphylactic Action Plan are kept in a case, fanny pack, or small backpack that can easily be carried by the child or staff. (How to Use an EpiPen or EpiPen Jr.)
Prior to the child´s starting, the parent will review all of the following information with the Supervisor:
- The child’s photo for clear identification of the child,
- A description of the child’s allergy,
- The monitoring and avoidance strategies,
- The signs and symptoms, for example, hives, itching, etc.
- Documentation of the first-aid response, including any prescribed medications,
- Emergency contact information,
- The location and storage of Epinephrine auto-injectors/medications.
As mentioned, this Action Plan is kept in the attendance binder, posted in the room, kept with the EpiPen, and in the child’s file.
The Plan gives details informing all staff, students, and volunteers, who are in direct contact with the child on a regular basis, of the type of allergy, monitoring and avoidance strategies, and appropriate treatment.
The parent/guardian is required to sign a consent that allows our staff to administer the allergy medication in the event that their child has an anaphylactic reaction.
Staff, students, and volunteers are preauthorized to administer medication as directed on the Medication Administration Form and Anaphylactic Action Plan.
