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Allergies in Young Children. Signs/Symptoms of Airborne Allergies. “sneezing itchy nose and/or throat nasal congestion coughing itchy, watery eyes dark circles under eyes” (Geimeier, 2009). (BUBnCHUNK's HealtH BaR, 2009). Signs/Symptoms of Food Allergies.
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Signs/Symptoms of Airborne Allergies • “sneezing • itchy nose and/or throat • nasal congestion • coughing • itchy, watery eyes • dark circles under eyes” (Geimeier, 2009) (BUBnCHUNK's HealtH BaR, 2009)
Signs/Symptoms of Food Allergies • “itchy mouth and throat when food is swallowed (some kids have only this symptom — called "oral allergy syndrome") • hives (raised, red, itchy bumps) • eczematous rash • runny, itchy nose • abdominal cramps accompanied by nausea and vomiting or diarrhea (as the body attempts to flush out the food allergen) • difficulty breathing • shock” • (Geimeier, 2009)
Signs/Symptoms of Insect Venom Allergies • “throat swelling • hives over the entire body • difficulty breathing • nausea • diarrhea • shock” (Geimeier, 2009) (Geimeier, 2009)
Management of Condition • Simple management: • Allergic to pet- keep dog out of room • Allergic to milk- keep milk out of diet • Medications: • Antihistamines, decongestants, and bronchodilators • Cause drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, and excessive thirstiness (Marotz, 2008) (Tyson's Pharmacy)
Management of Condition • Severe Allergy Medication • Allergy shots • EpiPen • Auto injection of epinephrine (Marotz, 2008) (Kapitke, 2009)
Teaching Modifications for the Following: • Sensitive about appearance • (runny nose, swollen eyes, etc.) • Teachers may make simple adjustments to help children cope with their lifestyle • Low self esteem, withdrawn behaviors, fear • Foster the students achievement (Marotz, 2008)
Address in Classroom • Plan that school districts want in effect: “School nurse informs teachers on what allergies are in the school Make sure all students have a wrist band on that have allergies Parents MUST have paperwork on file with nurses on what the child is allergic to” (Ruth, 2007)
How I Would Address the Classroom on Allergies • Have children tell the other students what type of allergy they have and what they do to make them “feel better”. • I would also explain my allergies so that the children won’t feel afraid to share • If able, we will watch a movie that talks about allergies. http://www.brainpopjr.com/health/bewell/allergies/preview.weml
Works Cited • Geimeier, W.J. (2009, June). All about Allergies. Retrieved from http://kidshealth.org/parent/medical/allergies/allergy.html# • BUBnCHUNK'sHealtHBaR, . (2009, December 25). Stuffy. sneezy. red swollen eye. haaaa-chew!! . Retrieved from http://bubnchunk.blogspot.com/2009/12/stuffy-sneezy-red-swollen-eye-haaaa.html • Tyson's Pharmacy, . (n.d.). Allergy control. Retrieved from http://kidshealth.org/parent/medical/allergies/allergy.html# • Kapitke, K. (2009, March 23). Anaphylactic? naet can save your life. Retrieved from http://seattleallergyrelief.com/ • Ruth, . (2007, July 10). Schools should have an allergy lesson plan. Retrieved from http://www.allergizer.com/50226711/schools_should_have_an_allergy_lesson_plan.php • Marotz, Lynn. (2008). Health, safety, and nutrition for the young child. Clifton Park, NY: Wadsworth Pub Co.