1. Allergies in Young Children

2. 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)

3. 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)

4. Signs/Symptoms of Insect Venom Allergies
“throat swelling
hives over the entire body
difficulty breathing
nausea
diarrhea
shock”
(Geimeier, 2009)
(Geimeier, 2009)

5. 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)

6. Management of Condition
Severe Allergy Medication
Allergy shots
EpiPen
Auto injection of epinephrine
(Marotz, 2008)
(Kapitke, 2009)

7. 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Low self esteem, withdrawn behaviors, fear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)

8. 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)

9. 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.

10. Works Cited
Geimeier, W.J. (2009, June). All about Allergies. Retrieved from
BUBnCHUNK's HealtH BaR, . (2009, December 25). Stuffy. sneezy. red swollen eye. haaaa-chew!! . Retrieved from
Tyson's Pharmacy, . (n.d.). Allergy control. Retrieved from
Kapitke, K. (2009, March 23). Anaphylactic? naet can save your life. Retrieved from
Ruth, . (2007, July 10). Schools should have an allergy lesson plan. Retrieved from
Marotz, Lynn. (2008). Health, safety, and nutrition for the young child. Clifton Park, NY: Wadsworth Pub Co.