Our Health Library information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Please be advised that this information is made available to assist our patients to learn more about their health. Our providers may not see and/or treat all topics found herein. A diabetes care plan lists all the information that the school staff needs to manage your child's diabetes. Here is some important information to put in the plan. For example, your child may need their blood sugar tested before lunch and when having symptoms of low blood sugar. The diabetes care plan should also say if an adult needs to test your child's blood sugar or if your child can do it. Your child's symptoms may be different from those of other children. Describe your child's symptoms of low or high blood sugar and how to treat them. The school nurse and one or more other school staff members should know how to test your child for ketones and know what to do if the results aren't normal. The diabetes plan should also state that your child is allowed to: List parent(s), other caregivers, and your child's doctor. You will also want to let school staff know when to call 911 for help in case of an emergency. Meet with the school staff at the start of each school year. Talk about the care plan with your child's teachers, school nurse, gym teacher, and school leaders. And update the care plan each year. Make sure to tell the staff about any changes to the plan during the year. Along with the plan, give the school staff the right supplies to care for your child. These include: For older children who take insulin to school, check with the school. It may have rules about students carrying their own medicines, needles, and blood sugar meters. Many schools require students to get permission or to keep their supplies at the school. Along with the plan, give the school staff the right supplies to care for your child. These include: For older children who take insulin to school, check with the school. It may have rules about students carrying their own medicines, needles, and blood sugar meters. Many schools require students to get special permission or to keep their supplies at the school. Current as of: October 2, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Current as of: October 2, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Clinical Review Board This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Learn how we develop our content. To learn more about Healthwise, visit Healthwise.org. © 1995-2024 Healthwise, Incorporated. Healthwise, Healthwise for every health decision, and the Healthwise logo are trademarks of Healthwise, Incorporated.Topic Contents
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Our Health Library information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Please be advised that this information is made available to assist our patients to learn more about their health. Our providers may not see and/or treat all topics found herein. Current as of: October 2, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Clinical Review BoardDiabetes in Children: Care Plan for School or Day Care
All Healthwise education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.