PPMS
Case Studies
Teacher as Social Welfare Agents
Sabrina's Law
100

What does PPM stand for?

Policy and Program Memorandum 

100

Was the teacher in case one, found guilty? 

(Annmarie Yolanda Gauthier)

Yes

100

A teachers main responsibility as a “social worker” is...?  

The Duty to Report 

100

What is Sabrina's Law?

The law that protects people with anaphylactic allergies.  

200

What is policy 150?

School Food and Beverage Policy 

200
What was the main issue in case number two?

The main issue was that the school board failed to accommodate his allergies by not agreeing on an appropriate plan. 

200

What is the most effective form of advocacy for students? 

Coordinating Services 

200

Name four symptoms of anaphylaxis. 

-Swelling 

-Difficulty Breathing 

-Loss of Consciousness 

-Hives 

-Vomiting 

300

What would be an example of specialized equipment included under policy 81?

-Toileting Aids 

-Specialized Seating 

-Mobility Assistance 

-Technology to Aid with Speech Impairments 

-First Aid Kit 

300

What was the main problem with the teacher giving the student her prescription for Ritalin, if the strength and dosage was the same?

The teacher did not ask for consent or check that the students prescription had not since changed.

300

In what situation would a school have nurse?

When there is funding!!!

300

How old was Sabrina Shannon when she suffered her fatal reaction?

13 years old 

400
According to policy 161, what are at least two things that this policy emphasizes? 

1) Individualized care plans

2) Collaboration between school staff, parents/guardians, and healthcare providers

3) Staff training and awareness

4) Emergency preparedness

400

What did you take away from these cases and how will that impact your future practice? 

Good job! Thanks for sharing!

400

A student in your class is in anaphylactic shock. You have no written parameters in place and no pre authorization from the student or their parents to administer the auto-injector. Do you administer it?

Yes

400

When did the government pass Bill 3?

When did Bill 3 take effect?

Bonus point if you get the months!

Passed: May 2005 

Took Effect: January 2006