heath and wellnes 1
where do you dispose of items contaminated with blood or body fluids?
small plastic bags with first aid kits and supplies, then throw in plastic lined trash can
where are the alcohol/water mixture sprays kept when not in use
Dowd: locked supply closet in dining room
Annex: locked walk in closet
when is it most advised to offer sunscreen to students?
before leaving for the pool or before any extended outdoor activity particularly in the sum
what are 3 risk factors for committing suicide?
Prior suicide attempts
Misuse and abuse of alcohol
Mental disorder, especially depression and other mood disorders
Access to lethal means
Knowing someone who died by suicide
Social isolation
Chronic disease and disability
Lack of access to behavioral health care
What is the suicide and crisis hotline that can be reached by calling or texting?
988
where are the first aid supplies (not kits) stored?
Dowd: health room
Annex: locked walk in closet under med cabinet
who refills the alchohol/water sprays when they are empty and where do you bring them?
the nurse (Sandy), bring to the health room
what items are located on top of the first aid supplies
thermometer, hand lotion, heating pads, masks
what are three possible precipitating factors that might cause someone to want to commit suicide?
End of a relationship or marriage
Death of a loved one
An arrest or public humiliation
Serious financial problems
Unexpected move due to crisis
Unexpected job loss
what are 3 other crisis hotline resources?
211 for youth crisis including mobile crises
211 or 1-800-HOPE-135 for adult crisis services incuding moble criss
Texting TALK to 741741 www.crisistextline.org
where are the portable first aid kits for hikes or the field?
Dowd: on top of metal cabinet
Annex: on top of med cabinet
when are staff encouraged to wear face masks, and where can they be found?
If they think they are coming down with an illness, have or are getting over a minor illness that does not stop them from working but they still may be contagious--on top of the first aid supplies both buildings
where can you find dental floss?
second drawer of the first aid supplies
what are some signals that someone is at risk for committing suicide?
noticing new negative behaviors/has increased negative behaviors and/or seems related to a painful event, loss or change
talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain
talking about being a burden to others
increased use of alcohol or drugs
acting anxious or agitated
sleeping too little or too much
withdrawing or feeling isolated
showing rage or talking about seeking revenge
displaying extreme mood swings
suicidal ideation or thoughts of engaging in suicide related behavior
what are three things you can say/do when you suspect that they might be suicidal
Talk to the person directly
Listen to their story
Tell them you care about them
Ask directly if they are thinking about suicide
Encourage them to seek treatment or contact their doctor or therapist
Avoid debating the value of life, minimizing their problems or giving advice
Show Understanding
Take concerns seriously
where are the emergency contact sheets and health information kept in the vans?
in the first aid kits which are in the back of the van
where are the emergency med boxes?
Dowd: next to the stove on the wall going to the livingroom
Annex: as you are leaving, to the right of Annex 1 door
where is the vaseline/lip balm kept?
Dowd: metal cabinet
Annex: med cabinet
what are three things that would indicate that a person is at immediate risk of committing suicide?
talking about wanting to die or kill oneself
looking for a way to kill oneself such as searching online or obtaining a gun
Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to live
what are three things that you can do if someone is suicidal?
STAY WITH THEM
Take them seriously
Many believe they cannot be helped
Keep them away from lethal means such as firearms or drugs
Remind them that their suffering is temporary
Call or text National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 988
Escort them to nearest ED or Mental health service
BE SURE TO FOLLOW UP WITH THEM AFTER THE CRISIS TO SEE HOW THEY ARE DOING
Where are incident reports kept?
Dowd: upstairs on the far left side of Cathy's desk under the time sheets
Annex: hanging on the wall next to the med cabinet in the locked walk in closet
Who are the med certified staff?
the nurse and the clinicians
where are menstrual supplies kept?
Bottom of metal cabinet in health room and in prearrange places for specific students
what are three ways to respond to an immediate risk of suicide?
Immediate call and escort to mental health professional
Call 911 and send to emergency room
Access other resources crisis intervention resources
What are three protective factors that make it less likely that someone would commit suicide?
Effective behavioral health care
Connectedness to individuals, family, community, and social institutions
Life skills; including problem solving skills, coping skills , ability to adapt to change
Self esteem and sense of purpose or meaning in life
Cultural, religious, or personal beliefs that discourage suicide