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Emergency adrenaline auto-injectors in schools: the facts

Emergency adrenaline auto-injectors in schools: the facts

Sep 2, 2019

Anaphylaxis Anaphylaxis is an extremely severe allergic reaction. Reactions usually begin within minutes and progress rapidly, however, they can occur up to 2-3 hours after exposure. In addition exercise can  initiate symptoms a while after exposure to an allergen....
Administering medication in schools – from everyday to emergencies

Administering medication in schools – from everyday to emergencies

Mar 11, 2019

Children may require medication in schools routinely, occasionally or in an emergency. It is vital that medication is only administered by staff appropriately trained and competent to give it. In addition, make sure to always give it according to written medical...
First Aid in Schools

First Aid in Schools

Sep 10, 2018

  FIRST AID IN SCHOOLS – from asthma to medical rooms.   From allergies to restocking the first aid kit, medical rooms to recording on-site accidents – would you know how to respond to medical emergencies at school? Read on for our expert tips....
Providing first aid in schools

Providing first aid in schools

Aug 21, 2018

First Aid Response in Schools   With cuts in school funding , there is a squeeze on money for school nurses. We hear from many schools needing more information about providing emergency care for children. The three main areas of concern are: Epipens, anaphylaxis...