Seizures
What additional paperwork should be on file if a participant's emergency form indicates a history of seizures?
Seizure Action Plan
When should a daily health check fist occur?
At check-in
What documentation would indicate an allergy?
In a camper's emergency form and PMP
Only staff who have taken _______ may manage and administer prescription and non-prescription medication to participants.
Medication Administration Training
True or False: Summer Recreation Assistants II and above must have Adult and Child CPR, First Aid and AED certifications?
True
What step should be taken if a seizure occurs with a participant who does not have an indicated history of seizures?
Call 911
What should occur if you observe a change in a campers health throughout the day?
Perform the daily health check again.
What 2 safe practices should occur to avoid the spread of allergens?
-Staff and participants washing hands
-Cleaning of surfaces and supplies
How must medication be stored at camp?
In a lock box, in a cool, dry place
What should you do in case of a bodily fluid spill?
Close off the space to campers and seek custodial assistance.
What are 3 signs or symptoms of a seizure?
-Involuntary muscle activity of a body part
-unusual vocal sounds, lip smacking or chewing noises
-Staring, particularly to one side
-Aura before onset (unusual sensation or feeling)
-Appearing to ignore or disregard instructions
What would require a camper to be sent home?
-a temperature over 100 degrees
-recurrent vomiting or diarrhea
-a communicable disease
What preventative steps can be taken if a food allergy exists amongst campers?
-Request parents to avoid packing an unsafe food item
-Check activities that involve food
What should accompany all medications that are provided to camp providers?
Medication Administration Authorization Form
What is the minimum number of seconds you should wash your hands for?
20 seconds (sing happy birthday twice)
After a seizure occurs, what is the proper rest position they should be placed in?
When can a camper returns to camp after being sent home or out sick?
A camper should be symptom free for 24 hours without fever-reducing medication before returning to camp.
What should be done if a camper has a food allergy and that food is present at lunch?
Ensure the camper sits at a lunch table that does not contain the unsafe food item.
A Medication Authorization Form for a prescription medication requires a _________ on it, while a non-prescription medication form does not
A Physician’s Signature
True or False: Both prescription and non-prescription medication are treated the same way in terms of documentation needs, storage, and administration.
True
What 2 actions may be indicated on a seizure action plan?
- If rescue medication needs to be administered
-Who to contact if a seizure occurs
What are 3 signs or symptoms that a camper may be sick?
Rashes, perspiring, coughing, wheezing, clammy skin, hot skin or cold skin
How should emergency medication for allergies be stored?
Emergency medication should be accessible even when outside on site property.
True or False: You need MAT training to help administer sunscreen and insect repellant.
False
DPR staff are mandated reporters. What 3 things should you do if you suspect abuse or neglect?
1. Notify your supervisor.
2. Call CPS with your supervisor.
3. Complete an incident report with your supervisor.