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Stocking Benadryl & Epi
Hi All!
I have a few questions to ask & could use your experience & wisdom.
I'll give the scenario first then ask my questions:
I had a kiddo get ahold of a peanut today during donut time. He has a peanut allergy. His Mom came to us asking if we had any Benadryl. We did not, so Mom left with the kiddo to buy some at the store. Mom did have an epi-pen in the car. Mom did not feel like the kiddo needed the epi-pen at that time. I called Mom to check up on them later & all were doing fine.
I contacted the person in charge of donut time to see if we could just not order donuts with peanuts/tree nuts. They were hesitant citing slippery slope of where do you stop when people ask you to change stuff. I can understand the thought, but I struggle to agree when it's simple & safer. Also, they were concerned b/c we can't say the donuts are allergen free b/c the donut shop wouldn't take those precautions. I agree with that, but still think it would cut down on incidents.
I also don't stock meds in my nurse bag b/c I don't have standing orders to give them & I don't keep my eyes on my bag at all times & consider it a potential safety issue.
So my questions are:
1. Any words of wisdom for dialoguing with the church powers that be on safety issues? When to worry about the special interest slippery slope vs the safety slippery slope?
2. Thoughts on stocking Benadryl & Epi? Has anyone done it successfully?
Thanks in advance!
Ruth
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Linda L Graffius
Hi, This could have been a very scary situation. At least the mom had an epi-pen with her. She needs to also carry Benadryl. I agree that we can't...
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4 years ago
