The Illinois School Code 105 ILCS 5/22-30 requires D29 to request an Asthma Action Plan from parents/guardians of students with asthma each school year.
The Asthma Action Plan must contain:
These documents require a signature from both the health care provider and the parent/guardian. Bring the completed and signed document(s), along with any prescribed medication to be kept at school, to the health office.
To discuss your child's asthma with the school nurse, call (847) 881-9455.
The Illinois School Code 105 ILCS 5/22-30 requires D29 to request an asthma action plan from parents/guardians of students with asthma each school year. You may elect to use the plan provided here, or one from your own health care provider. The action plan requires a signature from both the health care provider and the parent/guardian.
To gain authorization for a new medication or change in medication, submit the medication authorization form along with the prescription medication in its original container from the pharmacy to the school nurse. This can also be done prior to the start of the school year for routine medications. The form must be completed, signed and dated by the health care provider who prescribed the medication.
USING A METERED DOSE INHALER WITH SPACER
Check out the CDC Asthma Page for more information on asthma and educational resources:
CDC Asthma Page
USING A METERED DOSE INHALER (INHALER IN MOUTH)