Signs/Symptoms of Airborne Allergies

“sneezing itchy nose and/or throat nasal congestion coughing itchy, watery eyes dark circles under eyes”

(Geimeier, 2009)

(BUBnCHUNK's HealtH BaR, 2009)

Signs/Symptoms of Food Allergies

“itchy mouth and throat when food is swallowed (some kids have only this symptom — called "oral allergy syndrome")

hives (raised, red, itchy bumps) eczematous rash runny, itchy nose abdominal cramps accompanied by nausea

and vomiting or diarrhea (as the body attempts to flush out the food allergen)

difficulty breathing shock” (Geimeier, 2009)

Signs/Symptoms of Insect Venom Allergies

“throat swelling hives over the entire body difficulty breathing nausea diarrhea shock”

(Geimeier, 2009)

(Geimeier, 2009)

Management of Condition

Simple management:Allergic to pet- keep dog out of roomAllergic to milk- keep milk out of diet

Medications:Antihistamines, decongestants, and

bronchodilators○ Cause drowsiness, difficulty concentrating,

and excessive thirstiness

(Marotz, 2008)

(Tyson's Pharmacy)

Management of Condition Severe Allergy Medication

Allergy shotsEpiPen

○ Auto injection of epinephrine

(Marotz, 2008)

(Kapitke, 2009)

Teaching Modifications for the Following:

Sensitive about appearance(runny nose, swollen eyes, etc.)

○ Teachers may make simple adjustments to help children cope with their lifestyle

Low self esteem, withdrawn behaviors, fear

○ Foster the students achievement(Marotz, 2008)

Address in Classroom

Plan that school districts want in effect:

“School nurse informs teachers on what allergies are in the school

Make sure all students have a wrist band on that have allergies

Parents MUST have paperwork on file with nurses on what the child is allergic to”

(Ruth, 2007)

How I Would Address the Classroom on Allergies

Have children tell the other students what type of allergy they have and what they do to make them “feel better”.

I would also explain my allergies so that the children won’t feel afraid to share

If able, we will watch a movie that talks about allergies. http://www.brainpopjr.com/health/bewell/allergies/preview.weml

Works Cited Geimeier, W.J. (2009, June). All about Allergies. Retrieved from

http://kidshealth.org/parent/medical/allergies/allergy.html# BUBnCHUNK's HealtH BaR, . (2009, December 25). Stuffy. sneezy.

red swollen eye. haaaa-chew!! . Retrieved from http://bubnchunk.blogspot.com/2009/12/stuffy-sneezy-red-swollen-eye-haaaa.html

Tyson's Pharmacy, . (n.d.). Allergy control. Retrieved from http://kidshealth.org/parent/medical/allergies/allergy.html#

Kapitke, K. (2009, March 23). Anaphylactic? naet can save your life. Retrieved from http://seattleallergyrelief.com/

Ruth, . (2007, July 10). Schools should have an allergy lesson plan. Retrieved from http://www.allergizer.com/50226711/schools_should_have_an_allergy_lesson_plan.php

Marotz, Lynn. (2008). Health, safety, and nutrition for the young child. Clifton Park, NY: Wadsworth Pub Co.