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GET TRAINED©
Saving Lives at School:
School Nurses Train Staff to Respond to Anaphylactic Emergencies
This program is supported by an unrestricted grant from Mylan Specialty
The school nurse is the professional responsible to plan for a response to a health related emergency
TheworkofSchoolNurseshelpstosavelives.
Emergencieshappenatschool...
Impacts students daily in school
Student deaths do occur –
7 year old in Virginia
10 year old in Washington State
One death is too many
Anaphylaxisisserious
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Schools must be prepared to handle allergic reactions that require epinephrine
Need to be prepared:
For students with a diagnosis
For students with unknown allergies experiencing their first episode of anaphylaxis at school
Gregory, 2012
Anaphylaxis
And the school nurse is the healthcare leader in the best position to teach them!
SchoolStaffneedtoknowhowtosaveachild’slife‐
Objectives
Participants will :
Increase their knowledge base on anaphylaxis management, especially as it relates to epinephrine administration
Understand the importance of training school staff in epinephrine administration
Identify the tools needed to train school staff to administer epinephrine using an auto‐injector
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Outline
Anaphylaxis Issues and Concerns
Get Trained© Program
Small Group Scenarios
Training Tips for School Nurses
An overview of managing anaphylaxis in the school setting
AnaphylaxisIssuesandConcerns
Latex Allergies
Insect Sting
Allergies
Food Allergies
Allergies
Most common allergies – food, insect sting, latex and medications
Nearly 8% of children have food allergies ‐ with young children affected most
16‐18% of school‐age children who have food allergies have had a reaction in school
In an estimated 20‐25% of the cases, the allergy was not known by the school at the time of the reaction
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MostCommonFoodAllergens
Peanuts
Tree Nuts
Fish
Shellfish
Eggs
Milk
Soy
Wheat
Often outgrown
Usually lifelong –not outgrown
Usually lifelong –sometimes developed in adulthood
ChainofReaction
• First time a food is eaten, the body produces immunoglobulin E (IgE) which attaches to cells
• Often no symptoms are seen in initial exposure
• First time a food is eaten, the body produces immunoglobulin E (IgE) which attaches to cells
• Often no symptoms are seen in initial exposure
ChainofReaction
•Food proteins interact with IgE and the body releases histamine
•Histamine causes the allergic reaction
•Food proteins interact with IgE and the body releases histamine
•Histamine causes the allergic reaction
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ChainofReaction
• Symptoms can appear in minutes or up to two hours later
• Reaction may be biphasic – “rebound effect”
• Symptoms can appear in minutes or up to two hours later
• Reaction may be biphasic – “rebound effect”
Information on Anaphylaxis: NASN Anaphylaxis Resources NASN Online Learning: Food Allergies in the School Setting: A Best Practice Approach
Partner Resources: Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network For School Professionals
Allergy & Asthma Network Mothers of Asthmatics ‐AANMA Epi Everywhere! Every Day! School‐based Anaphylaxis Preparedness Webinar
Anaphylaxis Community Experts (ACEs)
MoreInformation
Information on Anaphylaxis: National Education Association – Health Information Network The Food Allergy Book: What School Employees Need to Know
American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology – ACAAI Anaphylaxis Overview
National School Boards Association Safe at School and Ready to Learn: A Comprehensive Policy Guide for Protection Students with Life‐Threatening Food Allergies
AllergyHome.org Schools at AllergyHome.org
Links found on the “Get Trained” Webpage of the NASN website
MoreInformation
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Universal standard for treatment of anaphylaxis
Delayed administration associated with increased morbidity & mortality
Impressive safety profile:
No absolute contraindications to use of epinephrine
Cases of cardiac arrhythmias only tend to occur in elderly patients with pre‐existing cardiovascular disease
Epinephrine
National Association of EMS Physicians, 2011
Narrows the blood vessels and opens airways in lungs
Can reverse:
Severe low blood pressure
Wheezing
Severe itching
Hives and other allergy reactions
Epinephrine
Adult dosing: 0.1 – 0.5 mg SC or IM q 5 – 15 min. PRN Auto‐injectors: 0.3 mg
Pediatric dosing: 15 – 30 kg – 0.15 mg IM x1 may repeat > 30 kg (~ 66 lbs) – 0.3 mg IM x1 may repeat
If no response to first dose of epinephrine, appropriate to allow for an additional dose in 5 to 20 minutes
National Association of EMS Physicians, 2011
Epinephrine
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Epi‐Pen
Adult: 0.3 mg
EpiPen Jr.: 0.15 mg
IM injection into thigh
Auvi‐Q
Adult: 0.3 mg
Available in 0.15 mg as well
Epinephrineissues
People with a prescription for epinephrine do not always carry an auto‐injector
Studies show that they carry them approximately 55% of the time
People often unaware of the expiration dates of their epinephrine
National Association of EMS Physicians, 2011
EpinephrineIssues
Students need access to epinephrine
Storage concerns
20 – 25% of epinephrine administration in schools involve children and youth whose allergy was unknown at the time of the episode
Need to advocate for stock epinephrine and a non‐patient specific order for epinephrine in our schools
Gregory, 2012
EpinephrineIssues
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StateLawsandRegulations
Each state has unique laws and regulations
Virtually every state has passed legislation to allow students to carry prescribed epinephrine at school
Depending on the wording of the law, the permission to carry may also extend to activities held on school property, and during transportation to and from school or school‐related events
Review of laws for our state
It’s time for all school staff to
GET TRAINEDto administer an epinephrine auto‐injectorin an emergency!
GetTrained© Program
NASNProgram
Developed by NASN Staff through an unrestricted grant from Mylan Specialty
Written by school nurses for school nurses
Comprehensive program for school nurses to train school staff on epinephrine administration using an auto‐injector
Everything needed is included
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MaterialsIncluded
Getting Prepared to Train School Staff: “Get Trained” for the School Nurse Trainer A short online learning experience to prepare the school nurse to present the school staff training. The outline includes:Plan!Prepare!Present!
Presentation Notes School Nurse Trainer’s Notes Training Program Checklist
MaterialsIncluded
Training Tools:
“Get Trained” for School Staff
Comprehensive 20 minute training for the school nurse to present to school staff to train them to administer epinephrine through an auto‐injector.
Script for School Nurse for Presentation
Handout: Preventing Allergic Reactions
Sample Allergy Action/ Emergency Care Plan
Epinephrine Training Sign in Sheet
OutlineofStaffTraining
What is Anaphylaxis?
Signs and Symptoms
Epinephrine Administration
Written in lay language with non‐nursing staff
in mind
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What is Anaphylaxis?
AnexampleofafewslidesfromtheGetTrainedprogram...
Latex Allergies
Insect Sting
Allergies
Food Allergies
SampleSlide:
Anaphylaxis(“anna‐fill‐axis”)
Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can be life‐threatening
It must be treated immediately
The drug of choice is epinephrine
The time to learn how to give life‐saving medication is now – it needs to be given without delay
It’stimetoGETTRAINED!Sicherer &Simons,2007
SampleSlide:
AllergicReactions
Preventing exposures is key
For students with a diagnosed allergy:
Knowwhocanhelp! Talk to your school nurse or care coordinator
Knowhowtoreact! Know the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis
Learn about the student’s Action / Emergency Care Plan
Know where your student’s medication is and how to help in an emergency
Robinson&Ficca,2011
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SampleSlide:
AllergyResponse
Remove student from allergen if possible – or remove allergen from student
Assess student symptoms – be prepared to initiate an Emergency Care Plan quickly
Administer an epinephrine auto‐injector WITHOUT DELAY
Epinephrine may need to be repeated in 5 – 20 minutes
Be sure an ambulance is on the way
Have two auto‐injectors available if possibleSicherer &Simons,2007
KeyPointsonEpinephrine:
Epinephrine is the drug of choice for anaphylaxis
Should be administered PROMPTLY
Some protocols call for epinephrine to be administered with or without symptoms
A delay in treatment can have devastating results
Robinson&Ficca,2011
Sicherer &Simons,2007
KeyPointsonEpinephrine:
Epinephrine Auto‐injectors are easy to use
Come with instructions
Trainers available for practice use
Websites have video demonstrations – know the auto‐injector prescribed for your student and know how to administer it!
Epi‐Pen video http://www.epipen.com/how‐to‐use‐epipen
Auvi‐Q video https://www.auvi‐q.com/
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EmergencyCarePlans
The need for Emergency Care Plans is highlighted in the program:
Uses the FAAN Emergency Care / Allergy Action Plan as template for ECP
Staff is instructed that the ECP, written by the school nurse, will help them to know what to do in an emergency
Encourage practicing plan – using table top drill, scenarios
Practice
Know what auto‐injectors your students have
Show videos to staff for specific auto‐injectors
Encourage use of trainers to practice with staff
Let your staff handle them and practice
Increase confidence level
And when you’re done, you can tell your staff the following:
TODAYISTHEDAYTHATYOULEARNEDHOWTOSAVEACHILD’SLIFE!
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A time to work together and then share your ideas with the whole group!
SmallGroupScenarios
TimetoTalkTogether!
Look at scenario provided
Ask someone to facilitate the conversation
and another to report back to the group
Take 10 minutes to work
Discuss the assigned topic
Share your thoughts and expertise!
SMALLGROUPWORK‐REPORTTIME
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Get ready to present Get Trained!
TrainingTipsfortheSchoolNurse
GetReadytoTrain!
Three easy steps:Plan!
Prepare!
Present!
Plan!
Talk to your School Administrator to discuss importance of staff epinephrine administration training
Choose a time (or offer several times) for training that is convenient for your faculty and staff
Arrange for an appropriately sized room for presentation where everyone can see the PowerPoint presentation
Be sure your staff knows when training will be held – and understands the importance of the training
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Prepare!
Be familiar with the issues and concerns related to allergies and anaphylaxis. You can find valuable information on the topic at: NASN Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis online Tool Kit
NASN Online Continuing Education Program: Food Allergy in the School Setting: A Best Practice Approach
Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network (merging with Food Allergy Imitative – watch for new name and link)
Allergy and Asthma Network: Mothers of Asthmatics
Present!
Set up presentation room with handouts
Set up presentation equipment and be ready to go!
Have fun ‐
and remember –
Youaretheexpertintheroomwhenitcomestoadministeringepinephrine!
ResourcesfromNASN
Get Trained Program
Everything you need to train your school staff on epinephrine auto‐injector administration
School Nurse Trainer’s Notes
Training Program Checklist
Professional Development on anaphylaxis management
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A new concept to support the school nurse
EpinephrineResourceSchoolNurses
ERSNs
School nurses supporting school nurses
List of ERSNs available for contact with questions or concerns
Have had additional training on epinephrine administration
Chosen following a national call for participants
Reach out if you have a need!
It’s time for all school staff to
GET TRAINEDto administer an epinephrine auto‐injector
in an emergency!
Remember ‐ TheworkofSchoolNurseshelpstosavelives.
AreYouReady?
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References
Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network (2012). Retrieved from: http://www.foodallergy.org/
Robinson, J. & Ficca, M. (2012). Managing the student with severe food allergies. Journal of School Nursing, 28(3), 187‐194. doi: 10.1177/1059840511429686.
Sicherer, S. & Simons, F.E. (2007). Self‐injectable epinephrine for first aid management of anaphylaxis. Pediatrics, 119(3), 638‐646. doi: 10.1542/peds.2006‐3689.
References
Gupta, R. et al. (2011). The prevalence, severity, and distribution of childhood food allergy in the United States. Pediatrics, 128: e9‐e17. doi: 10.1542/peds.2011‐0204
National Association of School Nurses (2011). Online food allergy tool kit. Retrieved from: http://www.nasn.org/ToolsResources/FoodAllergyandAnaphylaxis
National School Boards Association. (2010). Food allergy and food safety 101. Retrieved from: http://www.nsba.org/Board‐Leadership/SchoolHealth/101Packets/FAFS‐101.pdf
National Association of School Nurses. (2006). Position statement: Delegation. Available at: www.nasn.org/Default.aspx?tabid_349.
References
National Diabetes Education Program. (2010) Helping the student with diabetes succeed: A guide for school personnel. Retrieved from: http://www.ndep.nih.gov/media/youth_schoolguide.pdf?redirect=true
Lieberman J., Weiss C., Furlong T. J., Sicherer, M., & Sicherer S. H. (2010) Bullying among pediatric patients with food allergy. Journal of Allergy, Asthma and Clinical Immunology. 105 (4) 282 – 286.
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References
For more information – know the brand of epinephrine auto‐injector that your student has been prescribed:
Epi‐Pen: www.epipen.com
Auvi‐Q: https://www.auvi‐q.com/