Charlton Christian College Council

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1 Charlton Christian College Medication Guidelines Policy and Procedures Prepared by Number of pages Susan Skuthorpe Six Date revised July 2011 Date for review November 2012 Monitored by Review by Charlton Christian College Council College Executive

2 Charlton Christian College Medication Policy & Procedure Policy Our desire as a College is to provide a secure, caring environment for each child which fosters a cohesive and supportive Christ-Centred community where teachers, parents and students work together for the greater good of each person. Therefore we wish to be sure that all of our students are protected by our adherence to a strict policy for administration of medication based on complete disclosure by parents of the specific medical needs of their child/children. A student requiring medication whilst at school will receive it under strict supervision by a Trained First Aid Person. Procedure 1. If a student requires medicine to be administered at school, the parent/guardian should: Inform the child's home teacher. Complete a form detailing dosage, time of ingestion, contact person and Doctor. Medication must be left with Office Staff A First Aid Officer will administer the medication and record the time & amount given. No student (except in the case of a nominated student with an Epipen) is to be in possession of any medication other than in an asthma inhaler for which notification in writing is required. 2. Executive Staff may: Require additional medical information. Discuss with parent/guardian the ability of the school to meet the child s particular needs. 3. When regular medication is required: Detailed advice is to be obtained from the student s parents. The parent/guardian is to complete the form giving permission to inform appropriate staff and the action required to meet the student s needs, particularly in an emergency. 4. Analgesics: Will not be given to students unless the parent/guardian gives permission. Paracetamol only, will be administered and only by a First Aid Person at the main office. 5. Asthmatics: Should carry medication with them. On school excursions, Ventolin is taken as part of a First Aid Kit. Ventolin may be given to a student to self-medicate. 6. Children at Risk Students who may be at risk of serious episodes are nominated by parents upon enrolment Students with problems such as, diabetes, severe asthma, and students with potentially severe allergies are placed on alert in PC School. Photos of each student with relevant medical information and emergency procedures are displayed in Sick Bay in the case of a serious episode.

3 Parents are required to supply an Epipen for their child. This pen will be kept in the locked cupboard in the Sick Bay. Staff are trained from time to time in the procedures for use of an Epipen and Asthma control. 7. Other Requirements Students taking any drug will be observed taking the medication. Any drug will be stored in a locked cupboard at the Office A record of the administration of the medication will be kept in PC School student documentation.

4 Consent to Dispense Medicines & Inform Appropriate Staff (information required only if your child will be needing medication administered whilst at school) Parents are strongly encouraged to make full disclosure of their children s medical condition so appropriate action may be taken in an emergency. I, request son/daughter Parent/Guardian Name Class Day or Date Medication Time Dosage Reason for Medication: Parent/Guardian: I can be contacted in an emergency on the following phone numbers In an emergency requiring medical attention I authorise the school to contact: Doctor: Name Phone Number Address and/or to convey my child to the local hospital by appropriate transport which may be ambulance. Signature: Name: Date: / /03 This form to be placed in the child's file A copy will be placed in the Medication Folder in the office

5 Sample letter to be sent to Doctor on College Letterhead Dear Dr Mr./Mrs. (parent/guardian s initial and surname) of (parent/guardian s address) is seeking to enroll/continue the enrolment of his/her son/daughter, (child s full name), at this school and has informed me that, if the child is enrolled it will be necessary for medication to be given to him/her during school hours for the treatment of (condition as stated by parent). In order to decide whether the required attention can be given to (child s first name) by the school staff I need to know the nature of the child s illness, the medication required and how it is to be administered. You will note that Mr./Mrs. (parent s surname) has given permission for that information to be provided. I would be pleased if you could provide that information by completing the attached pro-forma and returning it to me. Regards Susan Skuthorpe Principal

6 Medical Advice Form for Charlton Christian College Charlton Christian College seeks information which would assist staff in administering medication to my child (child s full name) should he/she be enrolled at the school. I hereby give my permission for the necessary information to be supplied to the school. I understand that the information so disclosed may be discussed by the Principal of the College with other members of the College staff. Signed: Name: Date: / / Parent/Guardian Doctor s Report (A separate report may be attached if the same details are provided as anticipated by this form). 1. Medical condition(s) of the child requiring regular treatment: A. B. C. 2. Medical condition(s) of the child requiring intermittent treatment: A. B. C. 3. Medication to be administered during school hours: Condition Name of Medication Dosage Times of Administration Before/After/With Meals 4. Special instructions for administering any of the above medications: A. B. C.

7 5. Please indicate: If any of the medications can be self-administered by the child under supervision Middle/Senior School Students only. If any dietary restrictions are necessary or any other medications are contra-indicated while child is taking above medications. 6. If child requires intermittent treatment, what signs indicate that treatment is required and which medication should then be given? 7. Recommended restrictions on participation in school activities e.g., sport/physical education, use of tools/machinery: 8. Recommended procedure in crisis situations e.g., grand mal seizure, asthma attack: 10. Any other comments regarding management of child s medical condition: Name: Signed: Date: / /03 Medical Practitioner To be kept in student's file in main office.