These will be used if consent given for short-term use, parents will be contacted if seen for multiple visits or if a doctor’s visit is needed for further treatment or diagnoses.

Acetaminophen Standing Order and Protocol Acetaminophen (Tylenol) will be given only after the school nurse or someone appointed by her has seen and assessed the student. Acetaminophen will be administered if/for minor headache, minor pain relief or parent request. ONLY A SINGLE DOSE WILL BE GIVEN AT SCHOOL. If the student would require a second dose, they would be sent home. It will not be given for elevated temperature. If a child’s temperature is above 100.0, they will be sent home. A CHILD WILL NEED TO BE FEVER FREE FOR 24 HOURS BEFORE RETURNING TO SCHOOL per school policy. The dosage is 325 mg for a child 5-10 years of age and 325-650 mg for a child 11 years to adult. The school will notify parents, in advance when possible, that medication is to be given so parents are aware of their child’s complaint.

Antibiotic Ointment Standing Order and Protocol

The school nurse or someone appointed by her will apply antibiotic ointment to the student. The nurse will assess students prior to application of ointment. It will be administered for minor abrasions, cuts, or minor wounds. ONLY A SINGLE DOSE WILL BE GIVEN.

Hydrocortisone Cream Standing Order and Protocol Topical non-prescription hydrocortisone cream will only be applied by the school nurse or someone appointed by her. The student will be assessed by the nurse or appointed person prior to application. This medication will be used to temporarily relieve itching associated with minor skin irritation, such as redness, inflammation or rashes. THIS WILL NOT REPLACE A VISIT TO A PHYSICIAN FOR A DIAGNOSIS. A CHILD WILL BE SENT HOME AND A VISIT TO THE PHYSICIAN WILL BE WARRANTED IF: the rash is sudden, spreads rapidly or is all over your body, if you have a fever with the rash, the rash begins to blister, the rash is painful, and the rash is infected.

Visine Eye Drops Standing Order and Protocol

The school nurse or someone appointed to her will apply and assess the student prior to application. Visine will be applied for the relief of redness of the eye due to minor eye irritation and for the use as a protectant against further irritation or to relieve dryness of the eye. Only a single dose will be given of one to two drops per eye in a school day.

Benadryl Standing Order and Protocol

Benadryl will only be given after the school nurse or someone appointed by her has seen and assessed the student. This WILL ONLY BE USED in the event of a severe allergic reaction where epinephrine is not available. This medication will not be used for seasonal allergies.