Health Services

The Birdville ISD Health Services Department is dedicated to supporting the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of all students. Our team of licensed nurses and health professionals works closely with families, staff, and community partners to ensure a safe and healthy learning environment. We are here to help every student thrive.

Family Resources

Asthma

Asthma Information
Asthma information
WHEN SHOULD YOUR ASTHMATIC CHILD STAY HOME FROM SCHOOL? * The following are suggested guidelines and are not a substitute for following your own doctor’s instructions If your child has these symptoms: 1) a stuffy nose, but no wheezing or coughing 2) is able to do usual daily activities like dressing, eating, playing 3) doesn’t require any extra effort to breathe 4) has a little wheezing or coughing that goes away after taking medicine and symptoms don’t return within a half hour 5) their peak flow meter score is in the green zone Then your child may be able to attend school. If your child has these symptoms: 1) a respiratory infection, indicated by a sore throat or swollen, painful neck glands 2) a fever over 100’ F rectally and their face Is hot or flushed 3) wheezing or coughing which continues or does not get better one hour after giving them medicine (or 5-10 minutes after using sprays) 4) their breathing is difficult 5) a peak flow meter reading is below 80 percent of their personal best and they’re not responding to medication treatment 6) has had a sleepless night due to asthma symptoms and they have a low peak flow number Then your child should probably stay home from school. It can be symptoms of a cold or flu or warning of an asthma flare-up. If symptoms persist, call your doctor’s office for their advice BEFORE the child needs an emergency room visit.

CPR & AED Requirements for Schools

School Board Policy DBA Legal

CPR AND FIRST AID CERTIFICATION

A District employee who serves as head director of a school marching band, head coach, or chief sponsor of an extracurricular athletic activity (including cheerleading) that is sponsored or sanctioned by the District or UIL must maintain and submit to the District proof of current certification in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation issued by the American Red Cross, the American Heart Association, or another organization that provides equivalent training and certification. The District shall adopt procedures for administering this requirement, including procedures for the time and manner in which proof of current certification must be submitted. Education Code 33.086

AED certification

Each school nurse, assistant school nurse, athletic coach or sponsor, physical education instructor, marching band director, cheerleading coach, and any other employee specified by the Commissioner must receive and maintain certification in the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) from the American Heart Association, the American Red Cross, or a similar nationally recognized association. Education Code 22.902 [See DMA]

School Board Policy DMA

AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATORS

The District shall annually make available to employees and volunteers instruction in the principles and techniques of cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED).

The instruction provided in the use of AEDs must meet guidelines for approved AED training under Health and Safety Code 779.002. Each school nurse, assistant school nurse, athletic coach or sponsor, physical education instructor, marching band director, cheerleading coach, and any other employee specified by the Commissioner, and each student who serves as an athletic trainer, must:0)

1. Participate in the instruction;

2. Receive and maintain certification in the use of an AED from the American Heart Association, the American Red Cross, or a similar nationally recognized association.

Education Code 22.902

Ebola

Frequently Asked Questions
Regarding Ebola Resources

Facts About Ebola:
http://www.cdc.gov/vhf/ebola/pdf/infographic.pdf

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
http://www.cdc.gov/vhf/ebola/pdf/ebola-factsheet.pdf

What is Ebola?
Ebola is found in several African countries. It is a rare and potentially fatal disease caused by infection with a virus of the family Filoviridae, genus Ebolavirus.

How is Ebola spread?
Individuals are not contagious until symptoms appear. The virus can only be spread through bodily fluids. It is not an airborne disease.

What are the signs and symptoms?
A person infected with Ebola is not contagious until symptoms appear. Signs and symptoms of Ebola typically include: fever (greater than 101.5 F), severe headache, muscle pain, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain and unexplained bleeding or bruising.

Risk of Exposure
In an outbreak, those at highest risk include healthcare workers and family and friends of a person infected with Ebola.

Prevention
Always wash your hands with soap and water, always cook your food properly, go to a health facility when you have a headache, fever, pain, diarrhea, red eyes, rash and vomiting.

Can Ebola be spread through mosquitos?
There is no evidence that mosquitos or other insects can transmit Ebola virus. Only mammals (for example, humans, bats, monkeys and apes) have shown the ability to spread and become infected with Ebola virus.

http://www.cdc.gov/

Flu

Flu Information

Your respiratory illness might be the flu if you have sudden onset of body aches, fever, and respiratory symptoms, and your illness occurs during November through April (the usual flu season in the Northern Hemisphere). However, during this time, other respiratory illnesses can cause similar symptoms and flu can be caught at any time of the year. It is impossible to tell for sure if you have the flu based on symptoms alone. During the first few days of your illness, doctors can perform tests to see if you have the flu.

What you should do if you get the Flu:

Rest
Drink plenty of Liquids
Take medication to relieve the Symptoms of the flu

A virus causes influenza, so antibiotics (like penicillin) will not work.

The best way to prevent the flu is to get an influenza vaccine (flu shot) each fall, before flu season.

***Never give aspirin to children or teenagers who have flu-like symptoms and particularly fever without first speaking to your doctor. Giving aspirin to children and teenagers who have influenza can cause a rare but serious illness called Reyes syndrome. Children or teenagers with the flu should get plenty of rest; drink lots of liquids, and take medicines that contain no aspirin to relieve symptoms.***

Flu Resources

Flu Facts
Action Steps for Parents to Protect Your Child and Family from the Flu this school year
BISD Widespread Flu Procedures
Handwashing Poster
Tarrant County Health Department to Parents

Additional Flu Resources

Food Allergies

Head Lice

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To Parent/Guardian

There has been a case of head lice detected among your child’s classmates. Please observe your child closely for signs and symptoms of head lice so that any new cases can be treated promptly. This notice is being sent in accordance with the Texas Education Code, Section 14. Subchapter A, Chapter 38., Sec. 38.031.

The following are the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) treatment and prevention recommendations:

What are head lice?
Who is at risk for getting head lice?
General Guidelines
Treat the infested person(s):
Supplemental Measures:
Prevent Reinfestation:
Over-the-Counter Medications
Prescription Medications
Prevention & Control

What are head lice?

The head louse, or Pediculus humanus capitis, is a parasitic insect that can be found on the head, eyebrows, and eyelashes of people. Head lice feed on human blood several times a day and live close to the human scalp. Head lice are not known to spread disease. > back to top of web page <

Who is at risk for getting head lice?

Head lice are found worldwide. In the United States, infestation with head lice is most common among pre-school children attending child care, elementary schoolchildren, and the household members of infested children. Although reliable data on how many people in the United States get head lice each year are not available, an estimated 6 million to 12 million infestations occur each year in the United States among children 3 to 11 years of age. In the United States, infestation with head lice is much less common among African-Americans than among persons of other races, possibly because the claws of the of the head louse found most frequently in the United States are better adapted for grasping the shape and width of the hair shaft of other races.

Head lice move by crawling; they cannot hop or fly. Head lice are spread by direct contact with the hair of an infested person. Anyone who comes in head-to-head contact with someone who already has head lice is at greatest risk. Spread by contact with clothing (such as hats, scarves, coats) or other personal items (such as combs, brushes, or towels) used by an infested person is uncommon. Personal hygiene or cleanliness in the home or school has nothing to do with getting head lice. > back to top of web page <

General Guidelines

Treatment for head lice is recommended for persons diagnosed with an active infestation. All household members and other close contacts should be checked; those persons with evidence of an active infestation should be treated. Some experts believe prophylactic treatment is prudent for persons who share the same bed with actively-infested individuals. All infested persons (household members and close contacts) and their bedmates should be treated at the same time.

Some pediculicides (medicines that kill lice) have an ovicidal effect (kill eggs). For pediculicides that are only weakly ovicidal or not ovicidal, routine retreatment is recommended. For those that are more strongly ovicidal, retreatment is recommended only if live (crawling) lice are still present several days after treatment (see recommendation for each medication). To be most effective, retreatment should occur after all eggs have hatched but before new eggs are produced.

When treating head lice, supplemental measures can be combined with recommended medicine (pharmacologic treatment); however, such additional (non-pharmacologic) measures generally are not required to eliminate a head lice infestation. For example, hats, scarves, pillow cases, bedding, clothing, and towels worn or used by the infested person in the 2-day period just before treatment is started can be machine washed and dried using the hot water and hot air cycles because lice and eggs are killed by exposure for 5 minutes to temperatures greater than 53.5°C (128.3°F). Items that cannot be laundered may be dry-cleaned or sealed in a plastic bag for two weeks. Items such as hats, grooming aids, and towels that come in contact with the hair of an infested person should not be shared. Vacuuming furniture and floors can remove an infested person's hairs that might have viable nits attached. > back to top of web page <

Treat the infested person(s):

Requires using an Over-the-counter (OTC) or prescription medication. Follow these treatment steps:

Before applying treatment, it may be helpful to remove clothing that can become wet or stained during treatment.
Apply lice medicine, also called pediculicide, according to the instructions contained in the box or printed on the label. If the infested person has very long hair (longer than shoulder length), it may be necessary to use a second bottle. Pay special attention to instructions on the label or in the box regarding how long the medication should be left on the hair and how it should be washed out.

WARNING:

Do not use a combination shampoo/conditioner, or conditioner before using lice medicine. Do not re–wash the hair for 1–2 days after the lice medicine is removed.

Have the infested person put on clean clothing after treatment.
If a few live lice are still found 8–12 hours after treatment, but are moving more slowly than before, do not retreat. The medicine may take longer to kill all the lice. Comb dead and any remaining live lice out of the hair using a fine–toothed nit comb.
If, after 8–12 hours of treatment, no dead lice are found and lice seem as active as before, the medicine may not be working. Do not retreat until speaking with your health care provider; a different pediculicide may be necessary. If your health care provider recommends a different pediculicide, carefully follow the treatment instructions contained in the box or printed on the label.
Nit (head lice egg) combs, often found in lice medicine packages, should be used to comb nits and lice from the hair shaft. Many flea combs made for cats and dogs are also effective.
After each treatment, checking the hair and combing with a nit comb to remove nits and lice every 2–3 days may decrease the chance of self–reinfestation. Continue to check for 2–3 weeks to be sure all lice and nits are gone. Nit removal is not needed when treating with spinosad topical suspension.
Retreatment is meant to kill any surviving hatched lice before they produce new eggs. For some drugs, retreatment is recommended routinely about a week after the first treatment (7–9 days, depending on the drug) and for others only if crawling lice are seen during this period. Retreatment with lindane shampoo is not recommended. > back to top of web page <

Supplemental Measures:

Head lice do not survive long if they fall off a person and cannot feed. You don't need to spend a lot of time or money on housecleaning activities. Follow these steps to help avoid re–infestation by lice that have recently fallen off the hair or crawled onto clothing or furniture.

Machine wash and dry clothing, bed linens, and other items that the infested person wore or used during the 2 days before treatment using the hot water (130°F) laundry cycle and the high heat drying cycle. Clothing and items that are not washable can be dry–cleaned or sealed in a plastic bag and stored for 2 weeks.
Soak combs and brushes in hot water (at least 130°F) for 5–10 minutes.
Vacuum the floor and furniture, particularly where the infested person sat or lay. However, the risk of getting infested by a louse that has fallen onto a rug or carpet or furniture is very small. Head lice survive less than 1–2 days if they fall off a person and cannot feed; nits cannot hatch and usually die within a week if they are not kept at the same temperature as that found close to the human scalp. Spending much time and money on housecleaning activities is not necessary to avoid reinfestation by lice or nits that may have fallen off the head or crawled onto furniture or clothing.
Do not use fumigant sprays; they can be toxic if inhaled or absorbed through the skin. > back to top of web page <

Prevent Reinfestation:
Over-the-Counter Medications

Many head lice medications are available "Over-the-counter" without a prescription at a local drug store or pharmacy. Each Over-the-counter product approved by the FDA for the treatment of head lice contains one of the following active ingredients. If crawling lice are still seen after a full course of treatment contact your health care provider.

Pyrethrins combined with piperonyl butoxide;
Brand name products: A–200*, Pronto*, R&C*, Rid*, Triple X*.

Pyrethrins are naturally occurring pyrethroid extracts from the chrysanthemum flower. Pyrethrins are safe and effective when used as directed. Pyrethrins can only kill live lice, not unhatched eggs (nits). A second treatment is recommended 9 to 10 days after the first treatment to kill any newly hatched lice before they can produce new eggs. Pyrethrins generally should not be used by persons who are allergic to chrysanthemums or ragweed. Pyrethrin is approved for use on children 2 years of age and older.

Permethrin lotion, 1%;
Brand name product: Nix*.

Permethrin is a synthetic pyrethroid similar to naturally occurring pyrethrins. Permethrin lotion 1% is approved by the FDA for the treatment of head lice. Permethrin is safe and effective when used as directed. Permethrin kills live lice but not unhatched eggs. Permethrin may continue to kill newly hatched lice for several days after treatment. A second treatment often is necessary on day 9 to kill any newly hatched lice before they can produce new eggs. Permethrin is approved for use on children 2 months of age and older. > back to top of web page <

Prescription Medications

The following medications, in alphabetical order, approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of head lice are available only by prescription. If crawling lice are still seen after a full course of treatment, contact your health care provider.

Benzyl alcohol lotion, 5%;
Brand name product: Ulesfia lotion*
Ivermectin lotion, 0.5%;
Brand name product: Sklice*
Malathion lotion, 0.5%;
Brand name product: Ovide*
Spinosad 0.9% topical suspension;
Brand name product: Natroba*

For second–line treatment only:

Lindane shampoo 1%;
Brand name products: None available

When treating head lice

Do not use extra amounts of any lice medication unless instructed to do so by your physician and pharmacist. The drugs used to treat lice are insecticides and can be dangerous if they are misused or overused.
All the medications listed above should be kept out of the eyes. If they get onto the eyes, they should be immediately flushed away.
Do not treat an infested person more than 2–3 times with the same medication if it does not seem to be working. This may be caused by using the medicine incorrectly or by resistance to the medicine. Always seek the advice of your health care provider if this should happen. He/she may recommend an alternative medication.
Do not use different head lice drugs at the same time unless instructed to do so by your physician and pharmacist.

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Prevention & Control

Head lice are spread most commonly by direct head-to-head (hair-to-hair) contact. However, much less frequently they are spread by sharing clothing or belongings onto which lice have crawled or nits attached to shed hairs may have fallen. The risk of getting infested by a louse that has fallen onto a carpet or furniture is very small. Head lice survive less than 1–2 days if they fall off a person and cannot feed; nits cannot hatch and usually die within a week if they are not kept at the same temperature as that found close to the scalp.

The following are steps that can be taken to help prevent and control the spread of head lice:

Avoid head-to-head (hair-to-hair) contact during play and other activities at home, school, and elsewhere (sports activities, playground, slumber parties, camp).
Do not share clothing such as hats, scarves, coats, sports uniforms, hair ribbons, or barrettes.
Do not share combs, brushes, or towels. Disinfest combs and brushes used by an infested person by soaking them in hot water (at least 130°F) for 5–10 minutes.
Do not lie on beds, couches, pillows, carpets, or stuffed animals that have recently been in contact with an infested person.
Machine wash and dry clothing, bed linens, and other items that an infested person wore or used during the 2 days before treatment using the hot water (130°F) laundry cycle and the high heat drying cycle. Clothing and items that are not washable can be dry-cleaned OR sealed in a plastic bag and stored for 2 weeks.
Vacuum the floor and furniture, particularly where the infested person sat or lay. However, spending much time and money on housecleaning activities is not necessary to avoid reinfestation by lice or nits that may have fallen off the head or crawled onto furniture or clothing.
Do not use fumigant sprays or fogs; they are not necessary to control head lice and can be toxic if inhaled or absorbed through the skin.

To help control a head lice outbreak in a community, school, or camp, children can be taught to avoid activities that may spread head lice.

For more information visit www.cdc.gov or contact your school nurse.

Immunizations

JPS Community Health

Medications

Meningitis

Meningitis Information for Students & Parents

WHAT IS MENINGITIS?

Meningitis is an inflammation of the covering of the brain and spinal cord. It can be caused by viruses, parasites, fungi, and bacteria. Viral meningitis is most common and the least serious. Meningitis caused by bacteria is the most likely form of the disease to cause serious, long-term complications. It is an uncommon disease but requires urgent treatment with antibiotics to prevent permanent damage or death.

Bacterial meningitis can be caused by multiple organisms.Two common types are Streptococcus pneumoniae, with over 80 serogroups that can cause illness, and Neisseria meningitidis, with 5 serogroups that most commonly cause meningitis.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?

Someone with bacterial meningitis will become very ill. The illness may develop over one or two days, but it can also rapidly progress in a matter of hours. Not everyone with meningitis will have the same symptoms.

Children (over 1 year old) and adults with meningitis may have a severe headache, high temperature, vomiting, sensitivity to bright lights, neck stiffness, and drowsiness or confusion. In both children and adults, there may be a rash of tiny, red-purple spots. These can occur anywhere on the body.

The diagnosis of bacterial meningitis is based on a combination of symptoms and laboratory results.

HOW SERIOUS IS BACTERIAL MENINGITIS?

If it is diagnosed early and treated promptly, most people make a complete recovery. If left untreated or treatment is delayed, bacterial meningitis can be fatal, or a person may be left with permanent disability.

HOW IS BACTERIAL MENINGITIS SPREAD?

Fortunately, none of the bacteria that cause meningitis are as contagious as diseases like the common cold or the flu, and they are not spread by simply breathing the air where a person with meningitis has been. The germs live naturally in the back of our noses and throats, but they do not live for long outside the body. They are spread when people exchange saliva (such as by kissing; sharing drinking containers, utensils, or cigarettes) or when people cough or sneeze without covering their mouth and nose.

The bacteria do not cause meningitis in most people. Instead, most people become carriers of the bacteria for days, weeks or even months. The bacteria rarely overcome the body's immune system and cause meningitis or another serious illness.

HOW CAN BACTERIAL MENINGITIS BE PREVENTED?

Vaccination

Bacterial meningitis caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Neisseria meningitidis may be prevented through vaccination. The vaccine which protects against Streptococcus pneumoniae is called pneumococcal conjugate vaccine or PCV. This vaccine is recommended by the Advisory Council on Immunization Practices (ACIP) for children in the first year of life. Neisseria meningitidis is prevented through two types of vaccines. The first is a meningococcal conjugate vaccine which protects against 4 serogroups A, C, W, and Y and is referred to as MCV4. The second is a vaccine against Neisseria meningitidis serogroup B and is referred to as MenB.

The ACIP recommends MCV4 for children at age 11-12 years, with a booster dose at 16-18 years. In Texas, one dose of MCV4 given at or after age 11 years is required for children in 7th-12th grades. One dose of MCV4 received in the previous five years is required in Texas for those under the age of 22 years and enrolling in college. Teens and young adults (16-23 years of age) may be vaccinated with MenB. This vaccine is not required for school or college enrollment in Texas.

Vaccines to protect against bacterial meningitis are safe and effective. Common side effects include redness and pain at the injection site lasting up to two days. Immunity develops about 1-2 weeks after the vaccines are given and lasts for 5 years to life depending on vaccine.

Healthy habits

Do not share food, drinks, utensils, toothbrushes, or cigarettes. Wash your hands. Limit the number of persons you kiss. Cover your mouth and nose when you sneeze or cough. Maintaining healthy habits, like getting plenty of rest and not having close contact with people who are sick, also helps.

WHO IS AT RISK FOR BACTERIAL MENINGITIS?

Certain groups are at increased risk for bacterial meningitis caused by Neisseria meningitidis. These risk factors include HIV infection, travel to places where meningococcal disease is common (such as certain countries in Africa and in Saudi Arabia), and college students living in a dormitory. Other risk factors include having a previous viral infection, living in a crowded household, or having an underlying chronic illness.

Children ages 11-15 years have the second highest rate of death from bacterial meningitis caused by Neisseria meningitidis. And children ages 16-23 years also have the second highest rates of disease caused by Neisseria meningiditis.

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF YOU THINK YOU OR A FRIEND MIGHT HAVE BACTERIAL MENINGITIS?

Seek prompt medical attention.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Your school nurse, family doctor, and the staff at your local or regional health department office are excellent sources for information on all infectious diseases. You may call your family doctor or local health department office to ask about meningococcal vaccine. Additional information may also be found at the web sites for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/meningitis/index.html and the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS): https://www.dshs.texas.gov/immunize/PreteenVaccines.aspx or https://dshs.texas.gov/IDCU/disease/meningitis/Meningitis.aspx

Last updated September 11, 2019, to meet requirements of HB 3884

Screening

Screening Information

Acanthosis Nigricans

The State of Texas mandates that school nurses screen and report evidence of Acanthosis Nigricans and weight-related risk factors for 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7^th graders, and any other students at risk. These screenings are required in order to better indicate Acanthosis Nigricans as a warning sign for insulin resistance and Type 2 Diabetes.

Vision and Hearing

The school population to be screened for vision and hearing problems is prekindergarten, kindergarten, 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7th, grades.

Spinal

The Texas Department of State Health Services establishes spinal screening guidelines. Their recommendations require different ages to be screened for abnormal spinal curvature before the end of the school year. Students failing two spinal examinations require a referral. As of the 2019 school year, female students will be screened twice, once at age 10 and again at age 12; male students will be screened once at at 13 or 14.

All Screenings

The student or minor student's parent, managing conservator, or guardian may elect to substitute one or more professional examinations for any or all of the required screening tests. (See Form Request Exemption from Screening)

Staph/MRSA

MRSA

source: http://www.cdc.gov/mrsa/community/schools/index.html, 2/3/2015

MRSA info-Spanish

MRSA info- English

Notifications

School Notifications to the School Community following an MRSA Infection

Staphylococcus (staph) bacteria, including MRSA, have been and remain a common cause of skin infections. Usually, it should not be necessary to inform the entire school community about a single MRSA infection. When an MRSA infection occurs within the school population, the school clinician should determine, based on medical judgment, whether some or all students, parents, and staff should be notified. If medical personnel are not available at the school, consultation with the local public health authorities should be used to guide this decision. Repeat cases, spread to other students, or complex cases should be reported to the health department for consultation.

Notifications to the School that a Student has an MRSA Infection

Most schools require that any communicable disease be reported to the student’s teacher or administration. Consult with your school about its policy.

Excluding Students with MRSA Infections from School

Unless directed by a physician, students with MRSA infections should not be excluded from attending school.
Exclusion from school and sports activities should be reserved for those with wound drainage ("pus") that cannot be covered and contained with a clean, dry bandage and for those who cannot maintain good personal hygiene.
Read more on the Advice for Coaches and Athletic Directors page.

Practical Advice for Teachers

If you observe children with open draining wounds or infections, refer the child to the school nurse. If a nurse is not available, call the child’s guardian and refer them to seek medical attention.
Enforce hand hygiene with soap and water or alcohol-based hand sanitizers (if available) before eating and after using the bathroom.

Advice for School Health Personnel

Students with skin infections may need to be referred to a licensed health care provider for diagnosis and treatment. School health personnel should notify parents/guardians when possible skin infections are detected.
Use standard precautions (e.g., hand hygiene before and after contact, wearing gloves) when caring for nonintact skin or potential infections.
Use barriers such as gowns, masks, and eye protection if splashing of body fluids is anticipated.

Educate Parents and Students

Refer parents and students to the following resources on this site:

General MRSA Information and Educational Resources

West Nile Virus

SHAC

SHAC School Health Advisory Council

What is Birdville ISD SHAC?

SHAC School Health Advisory Council

What is BISD SHAC?

Birdville Independent School District School Health Advisory Council in response to the requirement by the Texas Legislature.

What do they do?

The Birdville School Health Advisory Council acts collectively to advise the school district on development of a coordinated school health program that reflects community values and integrates health education, health services, physical education, nutritional services, school safety and parental involvement. The committee is actively involved in reviewing and discussing the school district's wellness policy on a regular basis.

How can you become a member?

The school board must appoint all members for the BISD SHAC. The committee must contain a minimum of 5 members. The majority of the members are parents who are not employed by the district. The remaining members may be people representative of the following groups:

1. District teachers, administrators and students

2. Healthcare professionals

3. Clergy

4. Law enforcement agencies

5. Senior citizens

6. Business community

7. Nonprofit health organizations

How often do they meet?

The SHAC must meet at least 4 times per school year.

8 Components to Coordinated School Health

1. Nutrition Services

2. Health Services

3. Health and Safe School Environment

4. Counseling and Mental Health Services

5. Staff Wellness Promotion

6. Parent and Community Involvement

7. Physical Education

8. Health Education

Link to Texas School Health Advisory Council webpage

Need more information?
Contact BISD Health Services Department

Mission/Vision

SHAC School Health Advisory Council

Mission:

We serve to encourage and educate students and staff to improve and maintain health, nutrition and wellness while providing resources to or schools and community so we may come together to promote health in our district.

Vision:
Promoting health and wellness in our community.

Accessible Text Version from Infographic above:

Comprehensive School Health Education, Physical Education, School Health Services, Nutrition Services, Counseling Psychological & Social Services, Healthy School Environment, School-site Health Promotion for Staff, Family & Community Involvement.

Coordinated School Health Model, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Website for this image: http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/schoolhealth/csh.shtm

Birdville ISD School Health Advisory Committee

6125 East Belknap Street, Haltom City, Texas 76117

SHAC Meeting Minutes

Meeting Announcements

Growth and Development

Growth and Development Videos

4th grade growth and development:

Suggested Audience	Video Title	YouTube Link
4th grade girls	Always Changing --- Girls	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gv21b3ZpSLg
4th grade boys	Always Changing --- Boys	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2XF0awGRTWs

We encourage you to preview the video to determine the appropriateness for your child. More materials and parent information can be found at: https://www.always.com/en-us/tips-and-advice/parents-and-carers

Grade 5 Growth and Development:

Suggested Audience	Video Title	YouTube Link
5th grade girls	Always Changing --- Girls	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gv21b3ZpSLg
5th grade boys	Always Changing --- Boys	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2XF0awGRTWs

Grade 6 Growth and Development:

Suggested Audience

Video Title

YouTube Link

6th grade girls and boys

Always Changing --- Co-ed

https://youtu.be/Bw1N06PKhu4

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Health Related Services

Emergency Medications | Medicamentos de Emergencia

Emergency Medications

Birdville ISD employs Registered Nurses, Licensed Vocational Nurses, and Licensed Athletic Trainers who will practice within their scope of practice as defined by their respective licensing board.

Emergency medication will be provided, as part of the Emergency Protocol, by the District. Medications on the Emergency Protocol may include the name brand or equivalent of the following: Albuterol 0.083% Solution, Benadryl, Epinephrine, and Naloxone. Emergency medications may be administered by qualified school staff, including nurses and athletic trainers.

Medicamentos de Emergencia

El Distrito Escolar Independiente de Birdville (Birdville ISD) cuenta con enfermeras tituladas, enfermeras vocacionales tituladas y entrenadores deportivos titulados que ejercerán dentro del ámbito de sus funciones, tal y como lo define su respectiva junta de titulación.

El distrito proporcionará medicamentos de emergencia, como parte del protocolo de emergencia. Los medicamentos del protocolo de emergencia pueden incluir la marca comercial o el equivalente de los siguientes: solución de albuterol al 0,083 %, Benadryl, epinefrina y naloxona. Los medicamentos de emergencia pueden ser administrados por personal escolar cualificado, incluyendo enfermeras y entrenadores deportivos.

First Aid and Injury Evaluation | Primeros Auxilios y Lesiones

First Aid and Injury Evaluation

Birdville ISD employs Registered Nurses, Licensed Vocational Nurses, and Licensed Athletic Trainers who will practice within their scope of practice as defined by their respective licensing board.

First aid involves the initial care given to an injured or ill person until full medical treatment is available.

Categories of Injuries

Injuries can be broadly categorized based on their nature and severity. Here are some common categories:

Cuts and Scrapes
Cuts and scrapes are surface injuries often caused by sharp objects or abrasions. They can range from minor to severe.

First Aid Measures:
- soap and water.
- bandage as appropriate.

2. Burns

Burns are injuries to the skin caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, or radiation. They are classified into three degrees:

First-Degree Burns: Affect only the outer layer of skin.
Second-Degree Burns: Damage extends to the second layer of skin.
Third-Degree Burns: Full-thickness burns that destroy all layers of skin.
First Aid Measures:
- running water.
- non-stick dressing.
- Burn cream

3. Sprains and Strains

Sprains are injuries to ligaments, while strains affect muscles or tendons. These injuries occur due to overstretching or tearing.

First Aid Measures:
- Rest.
- ice
- Compression
- Elevate
Student Athletes may be treated with ultrasound therapy or E-stem treatment at the discretion of the Athletic Trainer.

4. Fractures

Fractures are breaks in the bone. They can be simple, compound, or comminuted.

First Aid Measures:
- Immobilize the area with a splint.
- Apply ice packs to reduce swelling.
- Seek professional medical help immediately.

5. Bleeding

Bleeding can be internal or external and varies in severity.

First Aid Measures:
- Direct pressure
- Elevate
- Tourniquet

6. Poisoning

Poisoning occurs when harmful substances are ingested, inhaled, or absorbed.

First Aid Measures:
- Call Poison Control or emergency services

7. Under the Influence Assessment

Under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs requires an assessment.

In the event that a student is escorted to the clinic on suspicion of use of drugs or alcohol, the qualified school staff, including nurses and athletic trainers, may perform an assessment. The assessment is to determine if the student is safe to remain at school. The assessment is not to determine if the student is under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.

Qualified school staff, including nurses and athletic trainers, may assess the student in the following areas:

Current Medical History/Health Alerts
Medications, Drugs, and Alcohol Consumed
Food/Drink consumption
General Appearance, along with odor
Neurological Assessment
Mental Status
Sleep History
Vital Signs
Speech
Eyes
Gait

8. Emergency Care

Emergency Care will be provided by qualified school staff, including nurses and athletic trainers, and may include:

CPR and AED use
Calling 911
Use of emergency medications
Implementation of stop-the-bleed techniques
Heimlich Maneuver
LifeVac

Primeros Auxilios y Lesiones

El distrito escolar independiente de Birdville (Birdville ISD) cuenta con enfermeras tituladas, enfermeras vocacionales tituladas y entrenadores deportivos titulados que ejercerán dentro del ámbito de sus funciones, tal y como lo define su respectiva junta de titulación.

Los primeros auxilios consisten en la atención inicial que se presta a una persona lesionada o enferma hasta que se dispone de tratamiento médico completo.

Categorías de lesiones

Las lesiones se pueden clasificar en grandes categorías según su naturaleza y gravedad. Estas son algunas de las categorías más comunes:

1. Cortes y rasguños

Los cortes y rasguños son lesiones superficiales causadas a menudo por objetos afilados o abrasiones. Pueden ser de leves a graves.

Medidas de primeros auxilios:
- jabón y agua.
- vendaje adecuado.

2. Quemaduras

Las quemaduras son lesiones en la piel causadas por calor, productos químicos, electricidad o radiación. Se clasifican en tres grados:

Quemaduras de primer grado: afectan solo a la capa externa de la piel.
Quemaduras de segundo grado: el daño se extiende a la segunda capa de la piel.
Quemaduras de tercer grado: quemaduras de espesor total que destruyen todas las capas de la piel.
Medidas de primeros auxilios:
- agua corriente.
- vendaje antiadherente.
- Crema para quemaduras

3. Esguinces y distensiones

Los esguinces son lesiones en los ligamentos, mientras que las distensiones afectan a los músculos o tendones. Estas lesiones se producen debido a un estiramiento excesivo o un desgarro.

Medidas de primeros auxilios:
- Descanso.
- Hielo.
- Compresión.
- Elevar.
Los estudiantes atletas pueden ser tratados con terapia de ultrasonido o tratamiento E-stem a discreción del entrenador deportivo.

4. Fracturas

Las fracturas son roturas en los huesos. Pueden ser simples, compuestas o conminutas.

Medidas de primeros auxilios:
- Inmovilizar la zona con una férula.
- Aplicar compresas de hielo para reducir la hinchazón.
- Buscar ayuda médica profesional inmediatamente.

5. Hemorragias

Las hemorragias pueden ser internas o externas y varían en gravedad.

Medidas de primeros auxilios:
- Presión directa
- Elevar
- Torniquete

6. Intoxicación

La intoxicación se produce cuando se ingieren, inhalan o absorben sustancias nocivas.

Medidas de primeros auxilios:
- Llamar al centro de control de intoxicaciones o a los servicios de emergencia.

7. Evaluación bajo los efectos de sustancias

La influencia del alcohol o las drogas ilegales requiere una evaluación.

En caso de que un estudiante sea acompañado a la clínica por sospecha de consumo de drogas o alcohol, el personal cualificado de la escuela, incluyendo enfermeras y entrenadores deportivos, puede realizar una evaluación. La evaluación tiene por objeto determinar si el estudiante puede permanecer en la escuela de forma segura. La evaluación no tiene por objeto determinar si el estudiante está bajo la influencia de drogas y/o alcohol.

El personal escolar cualificado, incluyendo enfermeras y entrenadores deportivos, puede evaluar al estudiante en las siguientes áreas:

Historial médico actual/alertas de salud
Medicamentos, drogas y alcohol consumidos
Consumo de alimentos/bebidas
Apariencia general, junto con el olor
Evaluación neurológica
Estado mental
Historial de sueño
Signos vitales
Habla
Ojos
Marcha

8. Atención de emergencia

La atención de emergencia será proporcionada por personal escolar cualificado, incluyendo enfermeras y entrenadores deportivos, y puede incluir:

RCP y uso de DEA
Llamada al 911
Uso de medicamentos de emergencia
Aplicación de técnicas para detener hemorragias
Maniobra de Heimlich
LifeVac

Growth and Development | Crecimiento y Desarrollo

Growth and Development

Birdville ISD will be presenting Puberty Education in alignment with the Health TEKS to 4th, 5th and 6th-grade students. The video, Always Changing, is produced by Proctor & Gamble and is based on national research. The Birdville ISD SHAC (School Health Advisory Council), a parent-led council, has reviewed and recommended this program for our students.

Important lessons included in this program are:

Talking to parents and trusted adults about feelings and questions during puberty to help them better understand and get the support they need
Understanding the physical and emotional changes that happen during puberty and that these changes are a normal part of growth and development
Body changes happen to both girls and boys
Personal hygiene is each individual’s responsibility
Understanding how girls manage their periods
Making good decisions and making a positive impact
How to stay healthy and confident from the changes that occur to their brains, eating well and staying safe

The videos may be found at the following link:

View Growth and Development Videos

The videos are found under the SHAC menu item, then by selecting the growth and development videos menu option. We encourage you to preview the video to determine appropriateness for your child. A permission form will be sent home at least 14 days prior to the presentation, asking parents to give permission for their child to attend the presentation. Your child will not be able to participate without written permission.

Crecimiento y Desarrollo

El Distrito Escolar Independiente de Birdville (Birdville ISD) impartirá educación sobre la pubertad, en consonancia con los estándares TEKS de salud, a los alumnos de 4.º, 5.º y 6.º grado. El vídeo, titulado «Always Changing» (Siempre cambiando), ha sido producido por Proctor & Gamble y se basa en investigaciones a nivel nacional. El Consejo Asesor de Salud Escolar (SHAC) del Birdville ISD, un consejo dirigido por padres, ha revisado y recomendado este programa para nuestros alumnos.

Las lecciones importantes incluidas en este programa son:

Hablar con los padres y adultos de confianza sobre los sentimientos y las preguntas que surgen durante la pubertad para ayudarles a comprender mejor y obtener el apoyo que necesitan.
Comprender los cambios físicos y emocionales que se producen durante la pubertad y que estos cambios son una parte normal del crecimiento y el desarrollo.
Los cambios corporales se producen tanto en las niñas como en los niños.
La higiene personal es responsabilidad de cada individuo.
Comprender cómo las niñas gestionan sus períodos.
Tomar buenas decisiones y tener un impacto positivo.
Cómo mantenerse saludable y seguro ante los cambios que se producen en el cerebro, comer bien y mantenerse seguro.

Los vídeos se pueden encontrar en el siguiente enlace:

Ver los vídeos sobre crecimiento y desarrollo

Los vídeos se encuentran en el menú SHAC, seleccionando la opción de vídeos sobre crecimiento y desarrollo. Le animamos a que vea el vídeo para determinar si es adecuado para su hijo. Se enviará a casa un formulario de autorización al menos 14 días antes de la presentación, en el que se pedirá a los padres que den su permiso para que su hijo asista a la presentación. Su hijo no podrá participar sin el permiso por escrito.

Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications | Medicamentos de Venta Libre

Over-the-Counter Medications

Birdville ISD employs Registered Nurses, Licensed Vocational Nurses, and Licensed Athletic Trainers who will practice within their scope of practice as defined by their respective licensing board.

In accordance with a standing order signed by our Medical Director, over-the-counter medications available from the School Nurse may include: Anbesol, Blistex, Calamine Lotion/Gel, Chloraseptic Throat Spray, Cough Drops,1% Cortisone Cream, First Aid Burn Cream, Saline Eye Wash, Triple Antibiotic Ointment or Over-the-counter eye drops. Contact your child’s school nurse if you object to the use of the topical medications.

Over-the-counter medications available from the Athletic Trainer may include: Triple Antibiotic Ointment, 1% Cortisone Cream, Biofreeze, Octagen, and Gatorlyte powder.

The Licensed Athletic Trainer, in accordance with a standing order approved by a physician licensed to practice medicine in Texas and with prior written parental consent, may administer district-purchased nonprescription medications to students in the athletic program.

All other Over-the-counter medications must be accompanied by a signed physician’s order. The physician must be licensed to practice in the United States of America. All medication must be: provided by the parent, transported by an adult, in its original, properly labeled container, and accompanied by a specific written request signed by the parent/legal guardian.

Medicamentos de Venta Libre

De acuerdo con una orden permanente firmada por nuestro director médico, los medicamentos de venta libre disponibles a través de la enfermera escolar pueden incluir: Anbesol, Blistex, loción/gel de calamina, spray para la garganta Chloraseptic, pastillas para la tos, crema de cortisona al 1%, crema para quemaduras de primeros auxilios, solución salina para lavado de ojos, pomada antibiótica triple o gotas para los ojos de venta libre. Póngase en contacto con la enfermera escolar de su hijo si se opone al uso de medicamentos tópicos.

Los medicamentos de venta libre disponibles a través del entrenador deportivo pueden incluir: pomada antibiótica triple, crema de cortisona al 1%, Biofreeze, Octagen y Gatorlyte en polvo.

El entrenador deportivo titulado, de acuerdo con una orden permanente aprobada por un médico con licencia para ejercer la medicina en Texas y con el consentimiento previo por escrito de los padres, puede administrar medicamentos sin receta comprados por el distrito a los estudiantes del programa deportivo.

Todos los demás medicamentos de venta libre deben ir acompañados de una receta médica firmada. El médico debe estar autorizado para ejercer en los Estados Unidos de América. Todos los medicamentos deben ser: proporcionados por los padres, transportados por un adulto, en su envase original debidamente etiquetado y acompañados de una solicitud específica por escrito firmada por los padres o el tutor legal.

Prescription Medications | Medicamentos Recetados

Prescription Medications

Birdville ISD employs Registered Nurses, Licensed Vocational Nurses, and Licensed Athletic Trainers who will practice within their scope of practice as defined by their respective licensing board.

All medication should be given outside of school hours, if possible. Only medication that is required to enable a student to stay in school may be given at school. Three times a day medications can be given before school, after school, and at bedtime. The initial dose of medication must be administered at home, doctor’s office, or hospital. If necessary, medication can be given at school under the following conditions:

Prescription and over-the-counter medication must be accompanied by a signed physician’s order. The physician must be licensed to practice in the United States of America.
All medication (including prescription and over-the-counter) must be:
1. Provided by the parent.
2. Transported by an adult.
3. In its original, properly labeled container.
4. Accompanied by a specific written request signed by the parent/legal guardian.
5. Placed in a locked cabinet in the nurse’s office.
6. Administered by a school nurse, athletic trainer or by a non-health professional designated by the principal and/or school nurse.
Emergency medications will be placed in the nurse’s office and will be accessible to staff at all times during the school day.
Students whose doctor considers them sufficiently responsible must have a signed request for them to carry an inhaler, insulin or anaphylaxis medication on their person.
1. The student must demonstrate to the nurse competent use of the device and or medication.
2. A second inhaler, insulin or anaphylaxis medication should also be kept locked in the nurse’s office.
3. If a student allows another person to use the medication, the privilege will be revoked.
Sample prescription and alternative medicine must be labeled with the child’s name and accompanied by a signed Texas Board Certified physician’s order. When ordered, alternative medication must be accompanied by a patient information sheet listing its ingredients, actions, and side effects. Herbal substances or dietary supplements provided by the parent/legal guardian will be administered only if required by the individualized education program or Section 504 plan of a student with disabilities.

Medicamentos Recetados

El Distrito Escolar Independiente de Birdville (Birdville ISD) cuenta con enfermeras tituladas, enfermeras vocacionales con licencia y entrenadores deportivos con licencia que ejercerán dentro del ámbito de sus funciones, tal y como lo define su respectiva junta de licenciatura.

Todos los medicamentos deben administrarse fuera del horario escolar, si es posible. Solo se pueden administrar en la escuela los medicamentos que sean necesarios para que el alumno pueda permanecer en la escuela. Los medicamentos que se administran tres veces al día

pueden administrarse antes de la escuela, después de la escuela y a la hora de acostarse. La dosis inicial del medicamento debe administrarse en casa, en la consulta del médico o en el hospital. Si es necesario, el medicamento puede administrarse en la escuela en las siguientes condiciones:

Los medicamentos recetados y de venta libre deben ir acompañados de una orden médica firmada. El médico debe tener licencia para ejercer en los Estados Unidos de América.
Todos los medicamentos (tanto recetados como de venta libre) deben:
1. Ser proporcionados por los padres.
2. Ser transportados por un adulto.
3. Estar en su envase original, debidamente etiquetado.
4. Ir acompañados de una solicitud específica por escrito firmada por los padres o tutores legales.
5. Guardarse en un armario cerrado con llave en la enfermería.
6. Administrados por una enfermera escolar, un entrenador deportivo o un profesional no sanitario designado por el director y/o la enfermera escolar.
Los medicamentos de emergencia se guardarán en la enfermería y estarán accesibles para el personal en todo momento durante la jornada escolar.
Los alumnos que su médico considere suficientemente responsables deben tener una solicitud firmada para llevar consigo un inhalador, insulina o medicamentos para la anafilaxia.
1. El estudiante debe demostrar a la enfermera el uso competente del dispositivo y o la medicación.
2. También se debe guardar un segundo inhalador, insulina o medicación para la anafilaxia bajo llave en la enfermería.
3. Si un estudiante permite que otra persona utilice la medicación, se le revocará el privilegio.
Las muestras de medicamentos y los medicamentos alternativos deben estar etiquetados con el nombre del niño y acompañados de una orden firmada por un médico certificado por la Junta Médica de Texas. Cuando se prescriban, los medicamentos alternativos deben ir acompañados de una hoja de información para el paciente en la que se indiquen sus ingredientes, efectos y efectos secundarios. Las sustancias herbales o los suplementos dietéticos proporcionados por los padres o tutores legales solo se administrarán si así lo exige el programa educativo individualizado o el plan de la Sección 504 de un estudiante con discapacidades.

Screenings | Exámenes Médicos

Screenings

All students enrolled in the District shall be screened for vision and hearing problems in prekindergarten, kindergarten, first, third, fifth, and seventh grades before May 31 of each year. (25 TAC 37.23 (d), (f), (h)).

Girls aged 10 and 12, and boys aged 13 or 14, will be screened for scoliosis before the end of the school year. (Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 37)

The Texas Risk Assessment for Type 2 Diabetes in Children is a state-mandated program that helps assess children who may be at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Children enrolled in first, third, and fifth grades are assessed by checking the back of the neck for a skin marker (discoloration) associated with high insulin levels. Children who are identified with the marker are also assessed for body mass index (BMI) and blood pressure. Risk assessments are issued to the parents of these children, alerting parents of the child's risk factors and encouraging further evaluation from a health professional. (Health and Safety Code 95.002)

A student may be exempt from screening if the parent submits to the District, on or before the date of vision, hearing, scoliosis, or Diabetes screening, an affidavit in lieu of the record of screening stating that the vision or hearing screening conflicts with the tenets or practices of a church or religious denomination. (Health and Safety Code 95.003(b))

When the school nurse confirms the presence of live lice, the District shall exclude the student from school until the student no longer has live lice. The nurse shall provide the student’s parent with information regarding appropriate treatment and prevention of head lice transmission. (BISD Board Policy FFAA Local) In elementary, the parent of each child assigned to the same classroom as the child with lice not later than the fifth school day after the date on which the administrator or nurse, as applicable, determines or becomes aware of the fact will be provided written or electronic notice which includes the CDC’s recommendation for treatment and prevention of lice. (Senate Bill 1566, TEC Ch 38; sec. 38.031)

Exámenes Médicos

Todos los alumnos matriculados en el distrito serán sometidos a exámenes médicos para detectar problemas de visión y audición en preescolar, kinder, primer, tercer, quinto y séptimo curso antes del 31 de mayo de cada año. (25 TAC 37.23 (d), (f), (h)).

Las niñas de 10 y 12 años y los niños de 13 o 14 años serán sometidos a exámenes de detección de escoliosis antes de que finalice el año escolar. (Código de Salud y Seguridad de Texas, capítulo 37)

La Evaluación de Riesgo de Diabetes Tipo 2 en Niños de Texas es un programa estatal que ayuda a evaluar a los niños que pueden tener un alto riesgo de desarrollar diabetes tipo 2. Los niños matriculados en primer, tercer y quinto grado son evaluados mediante la comprobación de la parte posterior del cuello en busca de un marcador cutáneo (decoloración) asociado a niveles elevados de insulina. A los niños en los que se identifica el marcador también se les evalúa el índice de masa corporal (IMC) y la presión arterial. Se envían evaluaciones de riesgo a los padres de estos niños, alertándoles de los factores de riesgo del niño y animándoles a que acudan a un profesional sanitario para una evaluación más detallada. (Código de Salud y Seguridad 95.002)

Un estudiante puede quedar exento de la evaluación si los padres presentan al Distrito, en la fecha de la evaluación de la vista, la audición, la escoliosis o la diabetes, o antes de dicha fecha, una declaración jurada en lugar del registro de la evaluación en la que se indique que la evaluación de la vista o la audición entra en conflicto con los principios o prácticas de una iglesia o confesión religiosa. (Código de Salud y Seguridad 95.003(b))

Cuando la enfermera de la escuela confirme la presencia de piojos vivos, el Distrito excluirá al estudiante de la escuela hasta que ya no tenga piojos vivos. La enfermera proporcionará a los padres del estudiante información sobre el tratamiento adecuado y la prevención de la transmisión de piojos. (Política de la Junta de BISD FFAA Local) En la escuela primaria, los padres de cada niño asignado a la misma clase que el niño con piojos, a más tardar el quinto día escolar después de la fecha en que el administrador o la enfermera, según corresponda, determine o se dé cuenta del hecho, recibirán una notificación por escrito o electrónica que incluya la recomendación de los CDC para el tratamiento y la prevención de los piojos. (Proyecto de ley del Senado 1566, TEC Cap. 38; sec. 38.031)

Supporting Illness or Physical Symptoms | Apoyo en caso de enfermedad o síntomas físicos

Supporting Illness or Physical Symptoms

Birdville ISD employs Registered Nurses, Licensed Vocational Nurses, and Licensed Athletic Trainers who will practice within their scope of practice as defined by their respective licensing board.

A student might feel a sudden headache, dizziness, or nausea. Sometimes, it's a persistent cough or a sore throat that worsens throughout the day. Other symptoms can include:

Fever
Fatigue
Stomach Pain
Heat-Related Illness
Management of Chronic Conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes, seizures, life-threatening allergies)

Recognizing the Need for Help

As symptoms persist or intensify, the student realizes they need assistance, they will:

Inform a Teacher: Letting a teacher or school staff member know about the illness is crucial. They can provide guidance and support.
Visit the School Nurse: The school nurse will assess the situation. They can offer immediate care, such as checking temperature or providing a place to rest.

Seeking Medical Attention

If symptoms are minor, qualified school staff, including nurses and athletic trainers, may encourage rest and hydration.

If symptoms are severe or don't improve, the school may contact a parent or guardian to pick up the student. In some cases, emergency medical services may be necessary.

Coordination of Health Services

Care coordination is about ensuring that patients receive the right care, at the right time, and in the right way, by promoting collaboration and communication among all healthcare professionals involved. Qualified school staff, including nurses and athletic trainers, will coordinate care with other BISD employees as needed.

Apoyo en caso de enfermedad o síntomas físicos

Un estudiante puede sentir un dolor de cabeza repentino, mareos o náuseas. A veces, se trata de una tos persistente o un dolor de garganta que empeora a lo largo del día. Otros síntomas pueden incluir:

Fiebre
Fatiga
Dolor de estómago
Enfermedades relacionadas con el calor
Manejo de afecciones crónicas (por ejemplo, asma, diabetes, convulsiones, alergias potencialmente mortales)

Reconocer la necesidad de ayuda

A medida que los síntomas persisten o se intensifican, el estudiante se da cuenta de que necesita ayuda y hará lo siguiente:

Informar a un maestro: Es fundamental informar al maestro o al personal de la escuela sobre la enfermedad. Ellos pueden brindar orientación y apoyo.
Visitar a la enfermera de la escuela: La enfermera de la escuela evaluará la situación. Puede ofrecer atención inmediata, como tomar la temperatura o proporcionar un lugar para descansar.

Buscar atención médica

Si los síntomas son leves, el personal cualificado de la escuela, incluidas las enfermeras y los entrenadores deportivos, puede recomendar descanso e hidratación.

Si los síntomas son graves o no mejoran, la escuela puede ponerse en contacto con los padres o tutores para que recojan al estudiante. En algunos casos, puede ser necesario recurrir a los servicios médicos de emergencia.

Coordinación de los servicios de salud

La coordinación de la atención consiste en garantizar que los pacientes reciban la atención adecuada, en el momento adecuado y de la manera adecuada, promoviendo la colaboración y la comunicación entre todos los profesionales sanitarios implicados. El personal cualificado de la escuela, incluyendo enfermeras y entrenadores deportivos, coordinará la atención con otros empleados del BISD según sea necesario.