Asthma Inhalers at School
Option #1- The student comes to the school clinic where the inhaler is kept and uses it under supervision. The advantage is that the medication will be used correctly, in the proper amount and records will be kept. Many students keep inhalers in the nurse's office and come before PE, recess or as needed.
Option #2- Qualified students will be allowed to carry their inhalers. This makes the inhaler immediately accessible. A spare inhaler should be kept in the nurse's office in case the student runs out or forgets their inhaler. For students to carry inhalers the following criteria must be met: 1. Student has demonstrated to the nurse correct use of inhaler. 2. Student agrees to never share the inhaler with another person. 3. Student agrees to use the inhaler only in the proper manner. 4. Student agrees that after two puffs, if there is not marked improvement, he/she will go to see the nurse immediately. 5. A parent must request in writing for a student to carry his/her inhaler, and must also provide a written statement from their doctor. Any misuse of the medication will cause the student's medication to be the nurse's office only. Parents are ultimately responsible for any injury or damage done while their student is carrying their inhaler.
Option #3 - Teachers or other WISD employees may carry the inhaler with them on field trips, athletic events , or other times when the student will be off campus. The school nurse should be notified if the student had to use the inhaler while away from the school.
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