Anaphylaxis in Educational
Establishments
Table of Contents
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................1
Causes of severe allergic reaction................................................................................................3
Primary prevention........................................................................................................................3
Roles & Responsibilities ..............................................................................................................4
The School ..............................................................................................................................4
The School Meals Service........................................................................................................5
The Parents/Carers: ................................................................................................................6
The Pupil: ................................................................................................................................6
School Health Team: ................................................................................................................7
Symptoms and Signs of Allergic Reaction ....................................................................................8
Minor reactions ........................................................................................................................8
Severe reactions ......................................................................................................................8
Treatment - General Information ..................................................................................................9
Antihistamines ..........................................................................................................................9
Asthma medication ..................................................................................................................9
Adrenaline/epinephrine ............................................................................................................9
Storage of EpiPen®/Anapen® ....................................................................................................11
Individual Care Plan....................................................................................................................12
Indemnity ................................................................................................................................12
Consent ..................................................................................................................................12
Training for staff......................................................................................................................12
Care Plan for child ..................................................................................................................12
APPENDIX 1 ..............................................................................................................................17
FORM AM1: Medication plan for a pupil with medical needs ................................................17
FORM AM2: Request for a school to administer medication..................................................19
APPENDIX 2 ..............................................................................................................................21
FORM AM6: Template for a record of medical training for staff..............................................21
APPENDIX 3 ..............................................................................................................................23
Care Plan for Child ................................................................................................................23